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posted_at: 1 day agoschedule_type: Full-time
About Gray Television:Gray Television supports local community interests by providing quality television broadcasting and exceptional service in each market we serve. Gray owns and/or operates television stations and leading digital properties in 93 television markets including the first or second highest rated television station in 85 markets. We are an unmatched broadcast pioneer that keeps getting bigger and better.We constantly strive for excellence.
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About Gray Television:Gray Television supports local community interests by providing quality television broadcasting and exceptional service in each market we serve. Gray owns and/or operates television stations and leading digital properties in 93 television markets including the first or second highest rated television station in 85 markets. We are an unmatched broadcast pioneer that keeps getting bigger and better.We constantly strive for excellence.
Through upgrading to the latest technology and seeking new ways to stay on top in our markets, we focus on training and development of the best and brightest employees in the business.About WDBJ:WDBJ7, WZBJ and WDBJ7.com is a Gray owned dominant CBS affiliated media powerhouse in beautiful Roanoke, Virginia and produces 50 1/2 hours of local news per week. Known as "Your Hometown Station", WDBJ7 and WZBJ serve 26 counties across the Blue Ridge Mountain region and produces more award-winning local news coverage than any of its... competitors in the Roanoke/Lynchburg market. Headquartered in a state of the art digital broadcast center in Roanoke, Virginia, the station also operates Virginia bureaus in Lynchburg, Blacksburg, Lexington and Danville.
For more than 63 years, WDBJ7 has been the number one station of choice for viewers from Roanoke to Lynchburg and across the New River Valley.Job Summary:The #1 station in the 68th largest market in the country is looking for an employee with multiple skills who is willing to wear many hats in the newsroom. The person we hire will edit newscasts, shoot news and sporting events, as well as work with MMJs and anchors on packages.We want someone who has both the skills and the desire to do all of these tasks on different days. There is a fairly large sports component to this position.
The ability to work well on a team is also required. The WDBJ7 newsroom is filled with journalists who not only strive to grown and learn each day but also help their coworkers do the same. We are looking for someone who will fit in with the culture of teamwork and collaboration we have created here at WDBJ7.
If you are think you are ready for this unique challenge, apply online at www.gray.tv/applynow and also email sshultz@wdbj7.com. Please include a link to examples of your recent work.Responsibilities include, but not limited to: Edit video and audio for broadcast, promos, and teases Edit and ingest news video from network and other sources for broadcast Demonstrates sound news judgment and ability to tell stories with pictures and natural sound Must be able to utilize non-linear editing equipment on a daily basis Must be a visual storyteller Communicate with reporters, writers, and producers on video needed for news stories Keep track of edited news stories for broadcast, maintain archive Respond to breaking news or urgent newsroom situations Responsible for ensuring all goals and objectives are being met and training sessions are attended Must demonstrate the drive to grow and learn as well as offer creativity every day. Ability to work well with co-workers and in a professional manner is required.
Critique, feedback and training are part of the job Required to observe all safety regulations in house Load raw video and still photos to the Web site prior to editing television video Communicate with the web staff during breaking news Manage storage space in video clip bins and maintain a still photo library Explore ways to increase visual content on the Web site Working knowledge of local geography and road routes is strongly preferred. Follow clothing and appearance guidelines Perform other duties as assigned Work evenings, weekends and holidays as needed Show more details...
Through upgrading to the latest technology and seeking new ways to stay on top in our markets, we focus on training and development of the best and brightest employees in the business.About WDBJ:WDBJ7, WZBJ and WDBJ7.com is a Gray owned dominant CBS affiliated media powerhouse in beautiful Roanoke, Virginia and produces 50 1/2 hours of local news per week. Known as "Your Hometown Station", WDBJ7 and WZBJ serve 26 counties across the Blue Ridge Mountain region and produces more award-winning local news coverage than any of its... competitors in the Roanoke/Lynchburg market. Headquartered in a state of the art digital broadcast center in Roanoke, Virginia, the station also operates Virginia bureaus in Lynchburg, Blacksburg, Lexington and Danville.
For more than 63 years, WDBJ7 has been the number one station of choice for viewers from Roanoke to Lynchburg and across the New River Valley.Job Summary:The #1 station in the 68th largest market in the country is looking for an employee with multiple skills who is willing to wear many hats in the newsroom. The person we hire will edit newscasts, shoot news and sporting events, as well as work with MMJs and anchors on packages.We want someone who has both the skills and the desire to do all of these tasks on different days. There is a fairly large sports component to this position.
The ability to work well on a team is also required. The WDBJ7 newsroom is filled with journalists who not only strive to grown and learn each day but also help their coworkers do the same. We are looking for someone who will fit in with the culture of teamwork and collaboration we have created here at WDBJ7.
If you are think you are ready for this unique challenge, apply online at www.gray.tv/applynow and also email sshultz@wdbj7.com. Please include a link to examples of your recent work.Responsibilities include, but not limited to: Edit video and audio for broadcast, promos, and teases Edit and ingest news video from network and other sources for broadcast Demonstrates sound news judgment and ability to tell stories with pictures and natural sound Must be able to utilize non-linear editing equipment on a daily basis Must be a visual storyteller Communicate with reporters, writers, and producers on video needed for news stories Keep track of edited news stories for broadcast, maintain archive Respond to breaking news or urgent newsroom situations Responsible for ensuring all goals and objectives are being met and training sessions are attended Must demonstrate the drive to grow and learn as well as offer creativity every day. Ability to work well with co-workers and in a professional manner is required.
Critique, feedback and training are part of the job Required to observe all safety regulations in house Load raw video and still photos to the Web site prior to editing television video Communicate with the web staff during breaking news Manage storage space in video clip bins and maintain a still photo library Explore ways to increase visual content on the Web site Working knowledge of local geography and road routes is strongly preferred. Follow clothing and appearance guidelines Perform other duties as assigned Work evenings, weekends and holidays as needed Show more details...
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posted_at: 10 days agoschedule_type: Full-time
About Gray Television:
Gray Television is a leading media company that owns and operates high-quality stations in 113 television markets that collectively reach 36 percent of US television households...
We constantly strive for excellence. Through upgrading to the latest technology and seeking new ways to stay on top in our markets, we focus on training and development of the best and brightest employees in the business.
About WDBJ:
WDBJ7, WZBJ
About Gray Television:
Gray Television is a leading media company that owns and operates high-quality stations in 113 television markets that collectively reach 36 percent of US television households...
We constantly strive for excellence. Through upgrading to the latest technology and seeking new ways to stay on top in our markets, we focus on training and development of the best and brightest employees in the business.
About WDBJ:
WDBJ7, WZBJ and WDBJ7.com is a Gray owned dominant CBS affiliated media powerhouse in beautiful Roanoke, Virginia. Known as “Your Hometown Station®”, WDBJ7 and WZBJ serve 26 counties across the Blue Ridge Mountain region and produces 60.5 hours of award-winning local news coverage, more than any of its competitors in the Roanoke/Lynchburg market.
Job Summary/Description:
The Executive Producer oversees the content and flow of daily newscasts and other platforms. EP mentors, leads, and coaches producers to help them grow. EP helps coordinate severe weather and breaking news coverage, ensures the product is accurate, and promotes the image of the station.
Duties/Responsibilities include (but not limited to):
- Lead editorial meetings along with assignment managers
- Work with producers to prioritize and organize newscasts following station brand and goals.
- Oversee the content and flow of daily newscasts
- Ensures copy is written clearly, concisely and conversationally by reporters, anchors and producers
- Must maintain a working knowledge of current events, community issues, and list of local contacts
- Research and brainstorm story ideas and articulate the ideas so that others understand your vision
Qualifications/Requirements:
- Able to manage, mentor, and lead a team of producers
- Able to edit video and audio on industry-standard equipment
- Basic computer skills including internet usage and word processing applications
- Ability to write clearly and accurately
- Able to be creative and create compelling and memorable newscasts
- Willingness to work flexible hours and possess ability to work well with co-workers
- Works effectively with other departments to achieve efficiency and consistency
- Possesses a broad working knowledge of the market - issues, people, and places important to making informed news decisions
- Strong news judgment
- Strong research skills, including conducting online research using various search engines
- Ability to handle and adjust accordingly to last minute changes
- Ability to make quick decisions and work well under pressure
- Advanced knowledge of newsroom software
- Web publishing/posting skills, photo editing, limited HTML skills
- Strong initiative and attention to detail is required
- Excellent multi-tasker, strong organizational skills
- Ability to work with limited supervision is a must
- Ability to keep up with national and local news/weather is required
- Knowledge of how social media outlets work; experience with web
- Understanding of and ability to follow and enforce the journalistic code of ethics
- Maintains professional and ethical conduct at the station and in the community
- Remains positive and fosters a positive work environment
Interested, qualified applicants must do the following, go to https://gray.tv/careers#currentopenings, you may type in the job title, station call letters, or click on "apply now", upload your resume, cover letter and references
(Current employees that are interested in this position can apply through the Gray-TV UltiPro employee portal)
WDBJ-TV/Gray Television Group, Inc. is a drug-free company
Additional Info:
Gray Television provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Gray Television complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, and transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
Gray Television expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Gray’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.
Gray Television encourages all new employees to be fully vaccinated against the coronavirus virus prior to the first workday Show more details...
Gray Television is a leading media company that owns and operates high-quality stations in 113 television markets that collectively reach 36 percent of US television households...
We constantly strive for excellence. Through upgrading to the latest technology and seeking new ways to stay on top in our markets, we focus on training and development of the best and brightest employees in the business.
About WDBJ:
WDBJ7, WZBJ and WDBJ7.com is a Gray owned dominant CBS affiliated media powerhouse in beautiful Roanoke, Virginia. Known as “Your Hometown Station®”, WDBJ7 and WZBJ serve 26 counties across the Blue Ridge Mountain region and produces 60.5 hours of award-winning local news coverage, more than any of its competitors in the Roanoke/Lynchburg market.
Job Summary/Description:
The Executive Producer oversees the content and flow of daily newscasts and other platforms. EP mentors, leads, and coaches producers to help them grow. EP helps coordinate severe weather and breaking news coverage, ensures the product is accurate, and promotes the image of the station.
Duties/Responsibilities include (but not limited to):
- Lead editorial meetings along with assignment managers
- Work with producers to prioritize and organize newscasts following station brand and goals.
- Oversee the content and flow of daily newscasts
- Ensures copy is written clearly, concisely and conversationally by reporters, anchors and producers
- Must maintain a working knowledge of current events, community issues, and list of local contacts
- Research and brainstorm story ideas and articulate the ideas so that others understand your vision
Qualifications/Requirements:
- Able to manage, mentor, and lead a team of producers
- Able to edit video and audio on industry-standard equipment
- Basic computer skills including internet usage and word processing applications
- Ability to write clearly and accurately
- Able to be creative and create compelling and memorable newscasts
- Willingness to work flexible hours and possess ability to work well with co-workers
- Works effectively with other departments to achieve efficiency and consistency
- Possesses a broad working knowledge of the market - issues, people, and places important to making informed news decisions
- Strong news judgment
- Strong research skills, including conducting online research using various search engines
- Ability to handle and adjust accordingly to last minute changes
- Ability to make quick decisions and work well under pressure
- Advanced knowledge of newsroom software
- Web publishing/posting skills, photo editing, limited HTML skills
- Strong initiative and attention to detail is required
- Excellent multi-tasker, strong organizational skills
- Ability to work with limited supervision is a must
- Ability to keep up with national and local news/weather is required
- Knowledge of how social media outlets work; experience with web
- Understanding of and ability to follow and enforce the journalistic code of ethics
- Maintains professional and ethical conduct at the station and in the community
- Remains positive and fosters a positive work environment
Interested, qualified applicants must do the following, go to https://gray.tv/careers#currentopenings, you may type in the job title, station call letters, or click on "apply now", upload your resume, cover letter and references
(Current employees that are interested in this position can apply through the Gray-TV UltiPro employee portal)
WDBJ-TV/Gray Television Group, Inc. is a drug-free company
Additional Info:
Gray Television provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Gray Television complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, and transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
Gray Television expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Gray’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.
Gray Television encourages all new employees to be fully vaccinated against the coronavirus virus prior to the first workday Show more details...
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posted_at: 9 days agoschedule_type: Full-time
About Gray Television:
Gray Television is a leading media company that owns and operates high-quality stations in 113 television markets that collectively reach 36 percent of US television households...
We constantly strive for excellence. Through upgrading to the latest technology and seeking new ways to stay on top in our markets, we focus on training and development of the best and brightest employees in the business.
About WDBJ:
WDBJ7, WZBJ
About Gray Television:
Gray Television is a leading media company that owns and operates high-quality stations in 113 television markets that collectively reach 36 percent of US television households...
We constantly strive for excellence. Through upgrading to the latest technology and seeking new ways to stay on top in our markets, we focus on training and development of the best and brightest employees in the business.
About WDBJ:
WDBJ7, WZBJ and WDBJ7.com is a Gray owned dominant CBS affiliated media powerhouse in beautiful Roanoke, Virginia. Known as Your Hometown Station, WDBJ7 and WZBJ serve 26 counties across the Blue Ridge Mountain region and produces 60.5 hours of award-winning local news coverage, more than any of its competitors in the Roanoke/Lynchburg market.
Job Summary/Description:
The producer is one of the most crucial positions at a television station. It requires someone who is a strong leader, excellent communicator, organized and also passionate about the news. This producer position has the potential to serve as a huge opportunity for a journalist who is looking to advance in the broadcast industry. WDBJ7 is focused on training and growing producers who have an interest in not only putting together incredible newscasts but also working toward a goal of either entering management or working in a big time market. Our Newsroom leadership all have extensive producing experience and will be focused on helping the person we hire be their absolute best in this position.
Duties/Responsibilities include (but are not limited to):
Prioritize, organize, and produce newscasts
Maintain working knowledge of current events, community issues, and local contacts
Search wire services, network feeds, websites and others sources to find relevant material for newscasts
Work with news management to determine which stories to air during newscasts
Coordinate story assignments with assignment manager
Collaborate with news operations staff to build graphics
Act as leader in facilitating teamwork of staff members
Accurately edit video with an eye for visual elements that make stories understandable to the viewer
Work with directors and anchors on presentation of stories
Write news stories
Monitor competitions shows and website for missed leads
Assist producers in formatting other newscasts
Assist reporters on story development, story expectations, and accurately gathering information under pressure
Write creative headlines and teases
Research and brainstorm story ideas, present ideas in editorial meetings
Generate promotable story ideas daily
Post and update stories and video to station website and social media sites, engage viewers
Work with the web staff during breaking news and alert users on all platforms
Perform other job-related duties as assigned
Qualifications/Requirements:
1-3 year of producing experience in broadcast news with a Bachelors degree
Clear, concise, conversational writing skills
Excellent communication skills
Demonstrate solid news judgment
Maintain strong journalistic ethics
Strong initiative and attention to details
Be creative and create compelling and memorable newscasts
Knowledge of newsroom software and of web posting software
Edit video and audio on industry standard equipment
Build graphics and use effectively in shows
Handle and adjust to last-minute changes
Make quick, accurate decisions and work well under pressure
Strong research skills, including online research using various search engines
Ability to stay current with national and local news/weather
Intermediate level knowledge of social media
Ability to meet tight deadlines and work well under pressure
Ability to work independently with little supervision
Demonstrate leadership through training and mentoring less experienced staff members; guide others to get the desired outcome
Ability to remain positive and foster a positive work environment; work well with co-workers
Qualified, interested applicants may go to , you may type in the job title, station call letters, or click on "apply now", upload your resume, cover letter and references
(Current employees that are interested in this position can apply through the Gray-TV UltiPro employee portal)
WDBJ-TV/Gray Television Group, Inc. is a drug-free company
Additional Info:
Gray Television provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Gray Television complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, and transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
Gray Television expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Grays employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.
Gray Television encourages all new employees to be fully vaccinated against the coronavirus virus prior by the first workday Show more details...
Gray Television is a leading media company that owns and operates high-quality stations in 113 television markets that collectively reach 36 percent of US television households...
We constantly strive for excellence. Through upgrading to the latest technology and seeking new ways to stay on top in our markets, we focus on training and development of the best and brightest employees in the business.
About WDBJ:
WDBJ7, WZBJ and WDBJ7.com is a Gray owned dominant CBS affiliated media powerhouse in beautiful Roanoke, Virginia. Known as Your Hometown Station, WDBJ7 and WZBJ serve 26 counties across the Blue Ridge Mountain region and produces 60.5 hours of award-winning local news coverage, more than any of its competitors in the Roanoke/Lynchburg market.
Job Summary/Description:
The producer is one of the most crucial positions at a television station. It requires someone who is a strong leader, excellent communicator, organized and also passionate about the news. This producer position has the potential to serve as a huge opportunity for a journalist who is looking to advance in the broadcast industry. WDBJ7 is focused on training and growing producers who have an interest in not only putting together incredible newscasts but also working toward a goal of either entering management or working in a big time market. Our Newsroom leadership all have extensive producing experience and will be focused on helping the person we hire be their absolute best in this position.
Duties/Responsibilities include (but are not limited to):
Prioritize, organize, and produce newscasts
Maintain working knowledge of current events, community issues, and local contacts
Search wire services, network feeds, websites and others sources to find relevant material for newscasts
Work with news management to determine which stories to air during newscasts
Coordinate story assignments with assignment manager
Collaborate with news operations staff to build graphics
Act as leader in facilitating teamwork of staff members
Accurately edit video with an eye for visual elements that make stories understandable to the viewer
Work with directors and anchors on presentation of stories
Write news stories
Monitor competitions shows and website for missed leads
Assist producers in formatting other newscasts
Assist reporters on story development, story expectations, and accurately gathering information under pressure
Write creative headlines and teases
Research and brainstorm story ideas, present ideas in editorial meetings
Generate promotable story ideas daily
Post and update stories and video to station website and social media sites, engage viewers
Work with the web staff during breaking news and alert users on all platforms
Perform other job-related duties as assigned
Qualifications/Requirements:
1-3 year of producing experience in broadcast news with a Bachelors degree
Clear, concise, conversational writing skills
Excellent communication skills
Demonstrate solid news judgment
Maintain strong journalistic ethics
Strong initiative and attention to details
Be creative and create compelling and memorable newscasts
Knowledge of newsroom software and of web posting software
Edit video and audio on industry standard equipment
Build graphics and use effectively in shows
Handle and adjust to last-minute changes
Make quick, accurate decisions and work well under pressure
Strong research skills, including online research using various search engines
Ability to stay current with national and local news/weather
Intermediate level knowledge of social media
Ability to meet tight deadlines and work well under pressure
Ability to work independently with little supervision
Demonstrate leadership through training and mentoring less experienced staff members; guide others to get the desired outcome
Ability to remain positive and foster a positive work environment; work well with co-workers
Qualified, interested applicants may go to , you may type in the job title, station call letters, or click on "apply now", upload your resume, cover letter and references
(Current employees that are interested in this position can apply through the Gray-TV UltiPro employee portal)
WDBJ-TV/Gray Television Group, Inc. is a drug-free company
Additional Info:
Gray Television provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Gray Television complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, and transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
Gray Television expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Grays employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.
Gray Television encourages all new employees to be fully vaccinated against the coronavirus virus prior by the first workday Show more details...
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schedule_type: Full-time
Executive News Producer - WDBJ
About WDBJ...
WDBJ7, WZBJ and WDBJ7.com is a Gray owned dominant CBS affiliated media powerhouse in beautiful Roanoke, Virginia. Known as ''Your Hometown Station®'', WDBJ7 and WZBJ serve 26 counties across the Blue Ridge Mountain region and produces 60.5 hours of award-winning local news coverage, more than any of its competitors in the Roanoke/Lynchburg market.
Job Summary/Description:
The Executive Producer oversees
Executive News Producer - WDBJ
About WDBJ...
WDBJ7, WZBJ and WDBJ7.com is a Gray owned dominant CBS affiliated media powerhouse in beautiful Roanoke, Virginia. Known as ''Your Hometown Station®'', WDBJ7 and WZBJ serve 26 counties across the Blue Ridge Mountain region and produces 60.5 hours of award-winning local news coverage, more than any of its competitors in the Roanoke/Lynchburg market.
Job Summary/Description:
The Executive Producer oversees the content and flow of daily newscasts and other platforms. EP mentors, leads, and coaches producers to help them grow. EP helps coordinate severe weather and breaking news coverage, ensures the product is accurate, and promotes the image of the station.
Duties/Responsibilities include (but not limited to):
- Lead editorial meetings along with assignment managers
- Work with producers to prioritize and organize newscasts following station brand and goals.
- Oversee the content and flow of daily newscasts
- Ensures copy is written clearly, concisely and conversationally by reporters, anchors and producers
- Must maintain a working knowledge of current events, community issues, and list of local contacts
- Research and brainstorm story ideas and articulate the ideas so that others understand your vision
Qualifications/Requirements:
- Able to manage, mentor, and lead a team of producers
- Able to edit video and audio on industry-standard equipment
- Basic computer skills including internet usage and word processing applications
- Ability to write clearly and accurately
- Able to be creative and create compelling and memorable newscasts
- Willingness to work flexible hours and possess ability to work well with co-workers
- Works effectively with other departments to achieve efficiency and consistency
- Possesses a broad working knowledge of the market - issues, people, and places important to making informed news decisions
- Strong news judgment
- Strong research skills, including conducting online research using various search engines
- Ability to handle and adjust accordingly to last minute changes
- Ability to make quick decisions and work well under pressure
- Advanced knowledge of newsroom software
- Web publishing/posting skills, photo editing, limited HTML skills
- Strong initiative and attention to detail is required
- Excellent multi-tasker, strong organizational skills
- Ability to work with limited supervision is a must
- Ability to keep up with national and local news/weather is required
- Knowledge of how social media outlets work; experience with web
- Understanding of and ability to follow and enforce the journalistic code of ethics
- Maintains professional and ethical conduct at the station and in the community
- Remains positive and fosters a positive work environment
Interested, qualified applicants must do the following, go to https://gray.tv/careers#currentopenings, you may type in the job title, station call letters, or click on ''apply now'', upload your resume, cover letter and references
(Current employees that are interested in this position can apply through the Gray-TV UltiPro employee portal)
WDBJ-TV/Gray Television Group, Inc. is a drug-free company
Gray Television encourages all new employees to be fully vaccinated against the coronavirus virus prior to the first workday.
Note: Posting is subject to change so please refer to career site for latest availability (SBJ-G337 Show more details...
About WDBJ...
WDBJ7, WZBJ and WDBJ7.com is a Gray owned dominant CBS affiliated media powerhouse in beautiful Roanoke, Virginia. Known as ''Your Hometown Station®'', WDBJ7 and WZBJ serve 26 counties across the Blue Ridge Mountain region and produces 60.5 hours of award-winning local news coverage, more than any of its competitors in the Roanoke/Lynchburg market.
Job Summary/Description:
The Executive Producer oversees the content and flow of daily newscasts and other platforms. EP mentors, leads, and coaches producers to help them grow. EP helps coordinate severe weather and breaking news coverage, ensures the product is accurate, and promotes the image of the station.
Duties/Responsibilities include (but not limited to):
- Lead editorial meetings along with assignment managers
- Work with producers to prioritize and organize newscasts following station brand and goals.
- Oversee the content and flow of daily newscasts
- Ensures copy is written clearly, concisely and conversationally by reporters, anchors and producers
- Must maintain a working knowledge of current events, community issues, and list of local contacts
- Research and brainstorm story ideas and articulate the ideas so that others understand your vision
Qualifications/Requirements:
- Able to manage, mentor, and lead a team of producers
- Able to edit video and audio on industry-standard equipment
- Basic computer skills including internet usage and word processing applications
- Ability to write clearly and accurately
- Able to be creative and create compelling and memorable newscasts
- Willingness to work flexible hours and possess ability to work well with co-workers
- Works effectively with other departments to achieve efficiency and consistency
- Possesses a broad working knowledge of the market - issues, people, and places important to making informed news decisions
- Strong news judgment
- Strong research skills, including conducting online research using various search engines
- Ability to handle and adjust accordingly to last minute changes
- Ability to make quick decisions and work well under pressure
- Advanced knowledge of newsroom software
- Web publishing/posting skills, photo editing, limited HTML skills
- Strong initiative and attention to detail is required
- Excellent multi-tasker, strong organizational skills
- Ability to work with limited supervision is a must
- Ability to keep up with national and local news/weather is required
- Knowledge of how social media outlets work; experience with web
- Understanding of and ability to follow and enforce the journalistic code of ethics
- Maintains professional and ethical conduct at the station and in the community
- Remains positive and fosters a positive work environment
Interested, qualified applicants must do the following, go to https://gray.tv/careers#currentopenings, you may type in the job title, station call letters, or click on ''apply now'', upload your resume, cover letter and references
(Current employees that are interested in this position can apply through the Gray-TV UltiPro employee portal)
WDBJ-TV/Gray Television Group, Inc. is a drug-free company
Gray Television encourages all new employees to be fully vaccinated against the coronavirus virus prior to the first workday.
Note: Posting is subject to change so please refer to career site for latest availability (SBJ-G337 Show more details...
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posted_at: 1 day agoschedule_type: Full-time
About Gray Television:Gray Television supports local community interests by providing quality television broadcasting and exceptional service in each market we serve. Gray owns and/or operates television stations and leading digital properties in 93 television markets including the first or second highest rated television station in 85 markets. We are an unmatched broadcast pioneer that keeps getting bigger and better.We constantly strive for excellence.
Through
About Gray Television:Gray Television supports local community interests by providing quality television broadcasting and exceptional service in each market we serve. Gray owns and/or operates television stations and leading digital properties in 93 television markets including the first or second highest rated television station in 85 markets. We are an unmatched broadcast pioneer that keeps getting bigger and better.We constantly strive for excellence.
Through upgrading to the latest technology and seeking new ways to stay on top in our markets, we focus on training and development of the best and brightest employees in the business.About WDBJ:WDBJ7 and WDBJ7.com is a Gray owned dominant CBS affiliated media powerhouse in beautiful Roanoke, Virginia. Known as "Your Hometown Station", WDBJ7 and WZBJ24, its sister station, serves 26 counties across the Blue Ridge Mountain region and produces 53 hours of award-winning local news coverage than any of its competitors in the... Roanoke/Lynchburg market. Headquartered in a state of the art digital broadcast center in Roanoke, Virginia, the station also operates Virginia bureaus in Lynchburg, Blacksburg, Lexington and Danville.
For more than 63 years, WDBJ7 has been the number one station of choice for viewers from Roanoke to Lynchburg and across the New River Valley.Job Summary:WDBJ7 is looking for a Multimedia Journalist with a passion for telling stories. We want to hire journalist who are ready to immerse themselves in their community, find the stories that truly affect their area and do some really impactful reporting.WDBJ7 is #1 TV station in its market. We have been the dominate station in this market for more than six decades and we are always focused on growing and improving.
We want someone who has the same commitment to getting better each and every day. This job is a great opportunity for a hungry journalist to take their skills to a whole new level. Strong shooting and editing skills are a must for this position.
The ability to dig up lead story ideas each day is also a priority. We are looking for two individuals with one to three years' experience in the broadcast industry with a Bachelor's Degree in journalism or other related field.Your general responsibilities will include: Research, gather, write and report news stories for on-air and online in the most accurate, appealing, timely and creative way using all sources Report "live" on the scene, especially during breaking news Make regular beat checks Conduct interviews in the field and on-set Develop and maintain sources of information and knowledge about assignments Demonstrate sound news judgment, collaborate with others to present the story in the best way Must be able to utilize non-linear editing equipment on a daily basis Enterprise hard-news, research-driven packages under tight deadlines Participate in story selection process through meetings, regularly contribute story ideas Attend/host/speak at community service, schools, and community events; meet and greet viewers Post and regularly update stories and other material on the web, often remotely while traveling Must update social media sites daily, including Facebook, to report stories and interact with viewers Possess a broad and working knowledge of the viewing area, including people, places, things, and history Enter CG text and times into newsroom software 30 minutes prior to newscasts Use knowledge of appropriate lighting to enhance overall news presentation Present TV stories in alternative ways at least twice a week (non-package presentation) Produce daily one reporter package and one vo/sot/vo or other contribution on a different story Critique, feedback, and training are part of the job Communicate with the web staff and other appropriate staff members during breaking news Follow clothing and appearance guidelines Must be a visual storyteller; perform creative stand-ups and explanatory live shorts Evenings, weekends, and some holidays may be required Perform other job-related duties as assigned Show more details...
Through upgrading to the latest technology and seeking new ways to stay on top in our markets, we focus on training and development of the best and brightest employees in the business.About WDBJ:WDBJ7 and WDBJ7.com is a Gray owned dominant CBS affiliated media powerhouse in beautiful Roanoke, Virginia. Known as "Your Hometown Station", WDBJ7 and WZBJ24, its sister station, serves 26 counties across the Blue Ridge Mountain region and produces 53 hours of award-winning local news coverage than any of its competitors in the... Roanoke/Lynchburg market. Headquartered in a state of the art digital broadcast center in Roanoke, Virginia, the station also operates Virginia bureaus in Lynchburg, Blacksburg, Lexington and Danville.
For more than 63 years, WDBJ7 has been the number one station of choice for viewers from Roanoke to Lynchburg and across the New River Valley.Job Summary:WDBJ7 is looking for a Multimedia Journalist with a passion for telling stories. We want to hire journalist who are ready to immerse themselves in their community, find the stories that truly affect their area and do some really impactful reporting.WDBJ7 is #1 TV station in its market. We have been the dominate station in this market for more than six decades and we are always focused on growing and improving.
We want someone who has the same commitment to getting better each and every day. This job is a great opportunity for a hungry journalist to take their skills to a whole new level. Strong shooting and editing skills are a must for this position.
The ability to dig up lead story ideas each day is also a priority. We are looking for two individuals with one to three years' experience in the broadcast industry with a Bachelor's Degree in journalism or other related field.Your general responsibilities will include: Research, gather, write and report news stories for on-air and online in the most accurate, appealing, timely and creative way using all sources Report "live" on the scene, especially during breaking news Make regular beat checks Conduct interviews in the field and on-set Develop and maintain sources of information and knowledge about assignments Demonstrate sound news judgment, collaborate with others to present the story in the best way Must be able to utilize non-linear editing equipment on a daily basis Enterprise hard-news, research-driven packages under tight deadlines Participate in story selection process through meetings, regularly contribute story ideas Attend/host/speak at community service, schools, and community events; meet and greet viewers Post and regularly update stories and other material on the web, often remotely while traveling Must update social media sites daily, including Facebook, to report stories and interact with viewers Possess a broad and working knowledge of the viewing area, including people, places, things, and history Enter CG text and times into newsroom software 30 minutes prior to newscasts Use knowledge of appropriate lighting to enhance overall news presentation Present TV stories in alternative ways at least twice a week (non-package presentation) Produce daily one reporter package and one vo/sot/vo or other contribution on a different story Critique, feedback, and training are part of the job Communicate with the web staff and other appropriate staff members during breaking news Follow clothing and appearance guidelines Must be a visual storyteller; perform creative stand-ups and explanatory live shorts Evenings, weekends, and some holidays may be required Perform other job-related duties as assigned Show more details...
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posted_at: 5 days agoschedule_type: Full-time
About Gray Television:
Gray Television is a leading media company that owns and operates high-quality stations in 113 television markets that collectively reach 36 percent of US television households...
We constantly strive for excellence. Through upgrading to the latest technology and seeking new ways to stay on top in our markets, we focus on training and development of the best and brightest employees in the business.
About WDBJ:
WDBJ7, WZBJ
About Gray Television:
Gray Television is a leading media company that owns and operates high-quality stations in 113 television markets that collectively reach 36 percent of US television households...
We constantly strive for excellence. Through upgrading to the latest technology and seeking new ways to stay on top in our markets, we focus on training and development of the best and brightest employees in the business.
About WDBJ:
WDBJ7, WZBJ and WDBJ7.com is a Gray owned dominant CBS affiliated media powerhouse in beautiful Roanoke, Virginia. Known as “Your Hometown Station®”, WDBJ7 and WZBJ serve 26 counties across the Blue Ridge Mountain region and produces more than 55 hours of award-winning local news coverage, more than any of its competitors in the Roanoke/Lynchburg market.
Headquartered in a state of the art digital broadcast center in Roanoke, Virginia, the station also operates Virginia bureaus in Lynchburg, Blacksburg, Lexington and Danville. For more than 63 years, WDBJ7 has been the number one station of choice for viewers from Roanoke to Lynchburg and across the New River Valley.
Job Summary/Description:
The dominant #1 station in the 67th largest market in the country is looking for a journalist to work as an MMJ. We are looking for someone with a conversational delivery who can write, shoot, edit and present compelling stories live. The ability to dig up interesting story ideas each day is an absolute MUST for this position. Creativity, a strong work ethic, and a passion for journalism are crucial for this job. If you have a strong desire to not only tell amazing stories, but also grow as a journalist and learn from your co-workers, then WDBJ7 could be the place for you. At least two years of experience working in a television newsroom is preferred.
Duties/Responsibilities will include (but not be limited to):
• Arrive to the editorial meeting on-time at the start of your shift with at least two story ideas that could be produced for that day’s newscasts
• Must assist with overall content of news stories within newscasts. Expected to bring innovative story ideas to editorial meetings and contribute to overall goal and direction of the station. Willing to field report stories as directed
• Must be willing to work flexible hours and possess the ability to work well with co-workers
• Performs other duties as assigned to general assignment reporter
• Develops, investigates, writes, reports and edits stories of interest
• When assigned a laptop, write and post a Web story in the car on the way back to the station
• Edit packages using Edius system
• Follow clothing and appearance guidelines.
• Ability to generate investigative stories using sources to dig deeper
• Responsible for working with producers to ensure story accuracy and to determine the best presentation of reports.
• Capable of enterprising exclusive stories of interest and importance to local viewers and carry out overall goals of the station
• Perform creative and explanatory live shots and stand-ups
• Writes and post website stories prior to airing of the television version
• Work mornings, evenings, weekends and holidays as needed
• Performs other incidental and related duties as required and assigned
• Research, gather, write and report news stories for on-air and online in the most accurate, appealing, timely and creative way using all sources
• Report “live” on the scene, especially during breaking news
• Conduct interviews in the field and on-set
• Develop and maintain sources of information and knowledge about assignments
• Demonstrate sound news judgment, collaborate with others to present the story in the best way
• Enterprise hard-news, research-driven packages under tight deadlines
• Participate in story selection process through meetings, regularly contribute story ideas
• Attend/host/speak at community service, schools, and community events; meet and greet viewers
• Post and regularly update stories and other material on the web, often remotely while traveling
• Must update social media sites daily, including Facebook, to report stories and interact with viewers
• Possess a broad and working knowledge of the viewing area, including people, places, things, and history
• Enter CG text and times into newsroom software 30 minutes prior to newscasts
• Use knowledge of appropriate lighting to enhance overall news presentation
• Present TV stories in alternative ways at least twice a week (non-package presentation)
• Produce daily one reporter package and one vo/sot/vo or other contribution on a different story
• Critique, feedback, and training are part of the job
• Communicate with the web staff and other appropriate staff members during breaking news
• Follow clothing and appearance guidelines.
• Must be a visual storyteller; perform creative stand-ups and explanatory live shorts
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned
Qualifications/Requirements:
• At least two years of television reporting is preferred
• Experience with ENPS newsroom software and/or Grass Valley non-linear editing a plus
• Experience with web writing, social media posts is required
• Excellent broadcasting writing experience is a must
• Experience with digital cameras
• Editorial leadership skills a plus
• Have experience with many platforms including web, mobile and social networks
• Must possess a strong understanding of daily newscast content and work in conjunction with producers to develop a dynamic product
• Strong initiative, attention to detail, and advanced ethical decision-making skills required
• Must possess excellent interview and conversational writing skills
• Excellent live reporting skills and strong on-camera presentation skills required
• Basic computer knowledge including newsroom software (such as ENPS or I-News,) Microsoft applications, and Internet use
• Ability to shoot and edit video with digital cameras
• Able to produce and post content to our websites
• Intermediate knowledge of social media
• Must be able to work independently with limited supervision
• Work well in a team environment
• Ability to meet tight deadlines and well under pressure
• Strong initiative and attention to detail is required
• Demonstrate solid news judgment and journalistic ethics
• Maintain professional and ethical conduct at the station and in the community
• Ability to maintain a positive work atmosphere by behaving in a manner that will work well with co-workers, supervisors and viewers
• Strong research skills, including the ability to navigate online search engines
• Must stay current with national and local news/weather
• Ability to enterprise local hard-news stories
• Bachelors Degree in journalism or related field required
• Must hold a valid driver’s license and be insurable
Interested applicants can, go to https://gray.tv/careers#currentopenings, you may type in the job title, station call letters, or click on "apply now", upload your cover letter, resume, and references
(Current employees that are interested in this position can apply through the Gray-TV UltiPro employee portal)
WDBJ-TV/Gray Television Group, Inc. is a drug-free company
Additional Info:
Gray Television provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Gray Television complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
Gray Television expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Gray’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.
Gray Television encourages all new employees to be fully vaccinated against the coronavirus virus prior to or by the first workday Show more details...
Gray Television is a leading media company that owns and operates high-quality stations in 113 television markets that collectively reach 36 percent of US television households...
We constantly strive for excellence. Through upgrading to the latest technology and seeking new ways to stay on top in our markets, we focus on training and development of the best and brightest employees in the business.
About WDBJ:
WDBJ7, WZBJ and WDBJ7.com is a Gray owned dominant CBS affiliated media powerhouse in beautiful Roanoke, Virginia. Known as “Your Hometown Station®”, WDBJ7 and WZBJ serve 26 counties across the Blue Ridge Mountain region and produces more than 55 hours of award-winning local news coverage, more than any of its competitors in the Roanoke/Lynchburg market.
Headquartered in a state of the art digital broadcast center in Roanoke, Virginia, the station also operates Virginia bureaus in Lynchburg, Blacksburg, Lexington and Danville. For more than 63 years, WDBJ7 has been the number one station of choice for viewers from Roanoke to Lynchburg and across the New River Valley.
Job Summary/Description:
The dominant #1 station in the 67th largest market in the country is looking for a journalist to work as an MMJ. We are looking for someone with a conversational delivery who can write, shoot, edit and present compelling stories live. The ability to dig up interesting story ideas each day is an absolute MUST for this position. Creativity, a strong work ethic, and a passion for journalism are crucial for this job. If you have a strong desire to not only tell amazing stories, but also grow as a journalist and learn from your co-workers, then WDBJ7 could be the place for you. At least two years of experience working in a television newsroom is preferred.
Duties/Responsibilities will include (but not be limited to):
• Arrive to the editorial meeting on-time at the start of your shift with at least two story ideas that could be produced for that day’s newscasts
• Must assist with overall content of news stories within newscasts. Expected to bring innovative story ideas to editorial meetings and contribute to overall goal and direction of the station. Willing to field report stories as directed
• Must be willing to work flexible hours and possess the ability to work well with co-workers
• Performs other duties as assigned to general assignment reporter
• Develops, investigates, writes, reports and edits stories of interest
• When assigned a laptop, write and post a Web story in the car on the way back to the station
• Edit packages using Edius system
• Follow clothing and appearance guidelines.
• Ability to generate investigative stories using sources to dig deeper
• Responsible for working with producers to ensure story accuracy and to determine the best presentation of reports.
• Capable of enterprising exclusive stories of interest and importance to local viewers and carry out overall goals of the station
• Perform creative and explanatory live shots and stand-ups
• Writes and post website stories prior to airing of the television version
• Work mornings, evenings, weekends and holidays as needed
• Performs other incidental and related duties as required and assigned
• Research, gather, write and report news stories for on-air and online in the most accurate, appealing, timely and creative way using all sources
• Report “live” on the scene, especially during breaking news
• Conduct interviews in the field and on-set
• Develop and maintain sources of information and knowledge about assignments
• Demonstrate sound news judgment, collaborate with others to present the story in the best way
• Enterprise hard-news, research-driven packages under tight deadlines
• Participate in story selection process through meetings, regularly contribute story ideas
• Attend/host/speak at community service, schools, and community events; meet and greet viewers
• Post and regularly update stories and other material on the web, often remotely while traveling
• Must update social media sites daily, including Facebook, to report stories and interact with viewers
• Possess a broad and working knowledge of the viewing area, including people, places, things, and history
• Enter CG text and times into newsroom software 30 minutes prior to newscasts
• Use knowledge of appropriate lighting to enhance overall news presentation
• Present TV stories in alternative ways at least twice a week (non-package presentation)
• Produce daily one reporter package and one vo/sot/vo or other contribution on a different story
• Critique, feedback, and training are part of the job
• Communicate with the web staff and other appropriate staff members during breaking news
• Follow clothing and appearance guidelines.
• Must be a visual storyteller; perform creative stand-ups and explanatory live shorts
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned
Qualifications/Requirements:
• At least two years of television reporting is preferred
• Experience with ENPS newsroom software and/or Grass Valley non-linear editing a plus
• Experience with web writing, social media posts is required
• Excellent broadcasting writing experience is a must
• Experience with digital cameras
• Editorial leadership skills a plus
• Have experience with many platforms including web, mobile and social networks
• Must possess a strong understanding of daily newscast content and work in conjunction with producers to develop a dynamic product
• Strong initiative, attention to detail, and advanced ethical decision-making skills required
• Must possess excellent interview and conversational writing skills
• Excellent live reporting skills and strong on-camera presentation skills required
• Basic computer knowledge including newsroom software (such as ENPS or I-News,) Microsoft applications, and Internet use
• Ability to shoot and edit video with digital cameras
• Able to produce and post content to our websites
• Intermediate knowledge of social media
• Must be able to work independently with limited supervision
• Work well in a team environment
• Ability to meet tight deadlines and well under pressure
• Strong initiative and attention to detail is required
• Demonstrate solid news judgment and journalistic ethics
• Maintain professional and ethical conduct at the station and in the community
• Ability to maintain a positive work atmosphere by behaving in a manner that will work well with co-workers, supervisors and viewers
• Strong research skills, including the ability to navigate online search engines
• Must stay current with national and local news/weather
• Ability to enterprise local hard-news stories
• Bachelors Degree in journalism or related field required
• Must hold a valid driver’s license and be insurable
Interested applicants can, go to https://gray.tv/careers#currentopenings, you may type in the job title, station call letters, or click on "apply now", upload your cover letter, resume, and references
(Current employees that are interested in this position can apply through the Gray-TV UltiPro employee portal)
WDBJ-TV/Gray Television Group, Inc. is a drug-free company
Additional Info:
Gray Television provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Gray Television complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
Gray Television expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Gray’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.
Gray Television encourages all new employees to be fully vaccinated against the coronavirus virus prior to or by the first workday Show more details...
via CareerBuilder
posted_at: 18 days agoschedule_type: Full-timework_from_home: 1
About Gray Television:
Gray Television is a leading media company that owns and operates high-quality stations in 113 television markets that collectively reach 36 percent of US television households...
We constantly strive for excellence. Through upgrading to the latest technology and seeking new ways to stay on top in our markets, we focus on training and development of the best and brightest employees in the business.
About WDBJ:
WDBJ7, WZBJ
About Gray Television:
Gray Television is a leading media company that owns and operates high-quality stations in 113 television markets that collectively reach 36 percent of US television households...
We constantly strive for excellence. Through upgrading to the latest technology and seeking new ways to stay on top in our markets, we focus on training and development of the best and brightest employees in the business.
About WDBJ:
WDBJ7, WZBJ and WDBJ7.com is a Gray owned dominant CBS affiliated media powerhouse in beautiful Roanoke, Virginia. Known as “Your Hometown Station®”, WDBJ7 and WZBJ serve 26 counties across the Blue Ridge Mountain region and produces more than 55 hours of award-winning local news coverage, more than any of its competitors in the Roanoke/Lynchburg market.
Headquartered in a state of the art digital broadcast center in Roanoke, Virginia, the station also operates Virginia bureaus in Lynchburg, Blacksburg, Lexington and Danville. For more than 63 years, WDBJ7 has been the number one station of choice for viewers from Roanoke to Lynchburg and across the New River Valley.
Job Summary/Description:
The dominant #1 station in the 67th largest market in the country is looking for a journalist to work as an MMJ. We are looking for someone with a conversational delivery who can write, shoot, edit and present compelling stories live. The ability to dig up interesting story ideas each day is an absolute MUST for this position. Creativity, a strong work ethic, and a passion for journalism are crucial for this job. If you have a strong desire to not only tell amazing stories, but also grow as a journalist and learn from your co-workers, then WDBJ7 could be the place for you. At least two years of experience working in a television newsroom is preferred.
Duties/Responsibilities will include (but not be limited to):
- Arrive to the editorial meeting on-time at the start of your shift with at least two story ideas that could be produced for that day’s newscasts
- Must assist with overall content of news stories within newscasts. Expected to bring innovative story ideas to editorial meetings and contribute to overall goal and direction of the station. Willing to field report stories as directed
- Must be willing to work flexible hours and possess the ability to work well with co-workers
- Performs other duties as assigned to general assignment reporter
- Develops, investigates, writes, reports and edits stories of interest
- When assigned a laptop, write and post a Web story in the car on the way back to the station
- Edit packages using Edius system
- Follow clothing and appearance guidelines.
- Ability to generate investigative stories using sources to dig deeper
- Responsible for working with producers to ensure story accuracy and to determine the best presentation of reports.
- Capable of enterprising exclusive stories of interest and importance to local viewers and carry out overall goals of the station
- Perform creative and explanatory live shots and stand-ups
- Writes and post website stories prior to airing of the television version
- Work mornings, evenings, weekends and holidays as needed
- Performs other incidental and related duties as required and assigned
- Research, gather, write and report news stories for on-air and online in the most accurate, appealing, timely and creative way using all sources
- Report “live” on the scene, especially during breaking news
- Conduct interviews in the field and on-set
- Develop and maintain sources of information and knowledge about assignments
- Demonstrate sound news judgment, collaborate with others to present the story in the best way
- Enterprise hard-news, research-driven packages under tight deadlines
- Participate in story selection process through meetings, regularly contribute story ideas
- Attend/host/speak at community service, schools, and community events; meet and greet viewers
- Post and regularly update stories and other material on the web, often remotely while traveling
- Must update social media sites daily, including Facebook, to report stories and interact with viewers
- Possess a broad and working knowledge of the viewing area, including people, places, things, and history
- Enter CG text and times into newsroom software 30 minutes prior to newscasts
- Use knowledge of appropriate lighting to enhance overall news presentation
- Present TV stories in alternative ways at least twice a week (non-package presentation)
- Produce daily one reporter package and one vo/sot/vo or other contribution on a different story
- Critique, feedback, and training are part of the job
- Communicate with the web staff and other appropriate staff members during breaking news
- Follow clothing and appearance guidelines.
- Must be a visual storyteller; perform creative stand-ups and explanatory live shorts
- Perform other job-related duties as assigned
Qualifications/Requirements:
- At least two years of television reporting is preferred
- Experience with ENPS newsroom software and/or Grass Valley non-linear editing a plus
- Experience with web writing, social media posts is required
- Excellent broadcasting writing experience is a must
- Experience with digital cameras
- Editorial leadership skills a plus
- Have experience with many platforms including web, mobile and social networks
- Must possess a strong understanding of daily newscast content and work in conjunction with producers to develop a dynamic product
- Strong initiative, attention to detail, and advanced ethical decision-making skills required
- Must possess excellent interview and conversational writing skills
- Excellent live reporting skills and strong on-camera presentation skills required
- Basic computer knowledge including newsroom software (such as ENPS or I-News,) Microsoft applications, and Internet use
- Ability to shoot and edit video with digital cameras
- Able to produce and post content to our websites
- Intermediate knowledge of social media
- Must be able to work independently with limited supervision
- Work well in a team environment
- Ability to meet tight deadlines and well under pressure
- Strong initiative and attention to detail is required
- Demonstrate solid news judgment and journalistic ethics
- Maintain professional and ethical conduct at the station and in the community
- Ability to maintain a positive work atmosphere by behaving in a manner that will work well with co-workers, supervisors and viewers
- Strong research skills, including the ability to navigate online search engines
- Must stay current with national and local news/weather
- Ability to enterprise local hard-news stories
- Bachelors Degree in journalism or related field required
- Must hold a valid driver’s license and be insurable
Interested applicants can, go to [Link available when viewing the job], you may type in the job title, station call letters, or click on "apply now", upload your cover letter, resume, and references
(Current employees that are interested in this position can apply through the Gray-TV UltiPro employee portal)
WDBJ-TV/Gray Television Group, Inc. is a drug-free company
Additional Info:
Gray Television provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Gray Television complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
Gray Television expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Gray’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.
Gray Television encourages all new employees to be fully vaccinated against the coronavirus virus prior to or by the first workday Show more details...
Gray Television is a leading media company that owns and operates high-quality stations in 113 television markets that collectively reach 36 percent of US television households...
We constantly strive for excellence. Through upgrading to the latest technology and seeking new ways to stay on top in our markets, we focus on training and development of the best and brightest employees in the business.
About WDBJ:
WDBJ7, WZBJ and WDBJ7.com is a Gray owned dominant CBS affiliated media powerhouse in beautiful Roanoke, Virginia. Known as “Your Hometown Station®”, WDBJ7 and WZBJ serve 26 counties across the Blue Ridge Mountain region and produces more than 55 hours of award-winning local news coverage, more than any of its competitors in the Roanoke/Lynchburg market.
Headquartered in a state of the art digital broadcast center in Roanoke, Virginia, the station also operates Virginia bureaus in Lynchburg, Blacksburg, Lexington and Danville. For more than 63 years, WDBJ7 has been the number one station of choice for viewers from Roanoke to Lynchburg and across the New River Valley.
Job Summary/Description:
The dominant #1 station in the 67th largest market in the country is looking for a journalist to work as an MMJ. We are looking for someone with a conversational delivery who can write, shoot, edit and present compelling stories live. The ability to dig up interesting story ideas each day is an absolute MUST for this position. Creativity, a strong work ethic, and a passion for journalism are crucial for this job. If you have a strong desire to not only tell amazing stories, but also grow as a journalist and learn from your co-workers, then WDBJ7 could be the place for you. At least two years of experience working in a television newsroom is preferred.
Duties/Responsibilities will include (but not be limited to):
- Arrive to the editorial meeting on-time at the start of your shift with at least two story ideas that could be produced for that day’s newscasts
- Must assist with overall content of news stories within newscasts. Expected to bring innovative story ideas to editorial meetings and contribute to overall goal and direction of the station. Willing to field report stories as directed
- Must be willing to work flexible hours and possess the ability to work well with co-workers
- Performs other duties as assigned to general assignment reporter
- Develops, investigates, writes, reports and edits stories of interest
- When assigned a laptop, write and post a Web story in the car on the way back to the station
- Edit packages using Edius system
- Follow clothing and appearance guidelines.
- Ability to generate investigative stories using sources to dig deeper
- Responsible for working with producers to ensure story accuracy and to determine the best presentation of reports.
- Capable of enterprising exclusive stories of interest and importance to local viewers and carry out overall goals of the station
- Perform creative and explanatory live shots and stand-ups
- Writes and post website stories prior to airing of the television version
- Work mornings, evenings, weekends and holidays as needed
- Performs other incidental and related duties as required and assigned
- Research, gather, write and report news stories for on-air and online in the most accurate, appealing, timely and creative way using all sources
- Report “live” on the scene, especially during breaking news
- Conduct interviews in the field and on-set
- Develop and maintain sources of information and knowledge about assignments
- Demonstrate sound news judgment, collaborate with others to present the story in the best way
- Enterprise hard-news, research-driven packages under tight deadlines
- Participate in story selection process through meetings, regularly contribute story ideas
- Attend/host/speak at community service, schools, and community events; meet and greet viewers
- Post and regularly update stories and other material on the web, often remotely while traveling
- Must update social media sites daily, including Facebook, to report stories and interact with viewers
- Possess a broad and working knowledge of the viewing area, including people, places, things, and history
- Enter CG text and times into newsroom software 30 minutes prior to newscasts
- Use knowledge of appropriate lighting to enhance overall news presentation
- Present TV stories in alternative ways at least twice a week (non-package presentation)
- Produce daily one reporter package and one vo/sot/vo or other contribution on a different story
- Critique, feedback, and training are part of the job
- Communicate with the web staff and other appropriate staff members during breaking news
- Follow clothing and appearance guidelines.
- Must be a visual storyteller; perform creative stand-ups and explanatory live shorts
- Perform other job-related duties as assigned
Qualifications/Requirements:
- At least two years of television reporting is preferred
- Experience with ENPS newsroom software and/or Grass Valley non-linear editing a plus
- Experience with web writing, social media posts is required
- Excellent broadcasting writing experience is a must
- Experience with digital cameras
- Editorial leadership skills a plus
- Have experience with many platforms including web, mobile and social networks
- Must possess a strong understanding of daily newscast content and work in conjunction with producers to develop a dynamic product
- Strong initiative, attention to detail, and advanced ethical decision-making skills required
- Must possess excellent interview and conversational writing skills
- Excellent live reporting skills and strong on-camera presentation skills required
- Basic computer knowledge including newsroom software (such as ENPS or I-News,) Microsoft applications, and Internet use
- Ability to shoot and edit video with digital cameras
- Able to produce and post content to our websites
- Intermediate knowledge of social media
- Must be able to work independently with limited supervision
- Work well in a team environment
- Ability to meet tight deadlines and well under pressure
- Strong initiative and attention to detail is required
- Demonstrate solid news judgment and journalistic ethics
- Maintain professional and ethical conduct at the station and in the community
- Ability to maintain a positive work atmosphere by behaving in a manner that will work well with co-workers, supervisors and viewers
- Strong research skills, including the ability to navigate online search engines
- Must stay current with national and local news/weather
- Ability to enterprise local hard-news stories
- Bachelors Degree in journalism or related field required
- Must hold a valid driver’s license and be insurable
Interested applicants can, go to [Link available when viewing the job], you may type in the job title, station call letters, or click on "apply now", upload your cover letter, resume, and references
(Current employees that are interested in this position can apply through the Gray-TV UltiPro employee portal)
WDBJ-TV/Gray Television Group, Inc. is a drug-free company
Additional Info:
Gray Television provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Gray Television complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
Gray Television expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Gray’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.
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schedule_type: Full-time
About Gray Television:
Gray Television is a leading media company that owns and operates high-quality stations in 113 television markets that collectively reach 36 percent of US television households...
We constantly strive for excellence. Through upgrading to the latest technology and seeking new ways to stay on top in our markets, we focus on training and development of the best and brightest employees in the business.
About WDBJ:
WDBJ7, WZBJ
About Gray Television:
Gray Television is a leading media company that owns and operates high-quality stations in 113 television markets that collectively reach 36 percent of US television households...
We constantly strive for excellence. Through upgrading to the latest technology and seeking new ways to stay on top in our markets, we focus on training and development of the best and brightest employees in the business.
About WDBJ:
WDBJ7, WZBJ and WDBJ7.com is a Gray owned dominant CBS affiliated media powerhouse in beautiful Roanoke, Virginia. Known as "Your Hometown Station®", WDBJ7 and WZBJ serve 26 counties across the Blue Ridge Mountain region and produces more than 55 hours of award-winning local news coverage, more than any of its competitors in the Roanoke/Lynchburg market.
Job Summary/Description:
The Multimedia Consultant is responsible for implementing sales strategies and growing revenue on all television and digital sales initiatives. New business development is key responsibility of this position.
Duties/Responsibilities will include (but not limited to):
- Selling online advertising consistent with station policies and rate guidelines; responsible for rate negotiation with clients
- Responsible for cultivating and maintaining client relationships at all levels
- Prospect and developing new advertisers
- Apply creative marketing plans to generate new revenue opportunities
- Maintain current working knowledge of interactive products and their functions
- Prepare and present proposals to advertisers
- Collect money as needed for outstanding accounts
- Performing research and developing leads for new online revenue opportunities
- Service existing accounts and create special sales opportunities specific to each client
- Assist in creating presentations, sales materials and online creative ads
- Maintaining accurate recordkeeping of all digital sales inventory
- Performing other incidental and related duties as required and assigned
Qualifications/Requirements:
- Computer literacy, knowledge of Microsoft Office
- Strong understanding of both broadcast and interactive sales
- Able to build and maintain relationships
- Able to maximize rates and availability
- Able to execute sales initiatives
- Able to lead and motivate a team of account executives
- Able to manage transactional sales activity for multiple products
- Excellent communication skills are required
- Strong negotiating skills
- Strong organizational skills and prioritizing skills within a fast-paced environment is required
- Able to quickly, accurately and calmly handle decision-making process
- A strategic thinker is required; someone who can build and grow a business with leading brand and direct marketers
- Must have the ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities
- Must have the ability to make solid business decisions and implement necessary changes
- Good follow-up skills are essential
- Must be a detail-oriented sales professional with excellent project management, presentation, and interpersonal skills
- Ability to communicate effectively is required
- Must represent the company with professionalism and integrity.
- Requires strong leadership skills
- Must maintain a high level of confidentiality
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, yet committed to team environment
Education -
- Bachelor's degree in marketing, advertising or a related field is strongly preferred
Licensing/Certifications -
- Must hold a valid driver's license and be insurable
Qualified, interested applicants may go to https://gray.tv/careers#currentopenings, you may type in the job title, station call letters, or click on "apply now", upload your resume, cover letter and references
(Current employees that are interested in this position can apply through theGray-TV UltiPro employee portal)
WDBJ-TV/Gray Television Group, Inc. is a drug-free company
Additional Info:
Gray Television provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Gray Television complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, and transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
Gray Television expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Gray's employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.
Gray Television encourages all new employees to be fully vaccinated against the coronavirus virus prior by the first workday Show more details...
Gray Television is a leading media company that owns and operates high-quality stations in 113 television markets that collectively reach 36 percent of US television households...
We constantly strive for excellence. Through upgrading to the latest technology and seeking new ways to stay on top in our markets, we focus on training and development of the best and brightest employees in the business.
About WDBJ:
WDBJ7, WZBJ and WDBJ7.com is a Gray owned dominant CBS affiliated media powerhouse in beautiful Roanoke, Virginia. Known as "Your Hometown Station®", WDBJ7 and WZBJ serve 26 counties across the Blue Ridge Mountain region and produces more than 55 hours of award-winning local news coverage, more than any of its competitors in the Roanoke/Lynchburg market.
Job Summary/Description:
The Multimedia Consultant is responsible for implementing sales strategies and growing revenue on all television and digital sales initiatives. New business development is key responsibility of this position.
Duties/Responsibilities will include (but not limited to):
- Selling online advertising consistent with station policies and rate guidelines; responsible for rate negotiation with clients
- Responsible for cultivating and maintaining client relationships at all levels
- Prospect and developing new advertisers
- Apply creative marketing plans to generate new revenue opportunities
- Maintain current working knowledge of interactive products and their functions
- Prepare and present proposals to advertisers
- Collect money as needed for outstanding accounts
- Performing research and developing leads for new online revenue opportunities
- Service existing accounts and create special sales opportunities specific to each client
- Assist in creating presentations, sales materials and online creative ads
- Maintaining accurate recordkeeping of all digital sales inventory
- Performing other incidental and related duties as required and assigned
Qualifications/Requirements:
- Computer literacy, knowledge of Microsoft Office
- Strong understanding of both broadcast and interactive sales
- Able to build and maintain relationships
- Able to maximize rates and availability
- Able to execute sales initiatives
- Able to lead and motivate a team of account executives
- Able to manage transactional sales activity for multiple products
- Excellent communication skills are required
- Strong negotiating skills
- Strong organizational skills and prioritizing skills within a fast-paced environment is required
- Able to quickly, accurately and calmly handle decision-making process
- A strategic thinker is required; someone who can build and grow a business with leading brand and direct marketers
- Must have the ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities
- Must have the ability to make solid business decisions and implement necessary changes
- Good follow-up skills are essential
- Must be a detail-oriented sales professional with excellent project management, presentation, and interpersonal skills
- Ability to communicate effectively is required
- Must represent the company with professionalism and integrity.
- Requires strong leadership skills
- Must maintain a high level of confidentiality
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, yet committed to team environment
Education -
- Bachelor's degree in marketing, advertising or a related field is strongly preferred
Licensing/Certifications -
- Must hold a valid driver's license and be insurable
Qualified, interested applicants may go to https://gray.tv/careers#currentopenings, you may type in the job title, station call letters, or click on "apply now", upload your resume, cover letter and references
(Current employees that are interested in this position can apply through theGray-TV UltiPro employee portal)
WDBJ-TV/Gray Television Group, Inc. is a drug-free company
Additional Info:
Gray Television provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Gray Television complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, and transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
Gray Television expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Gray's employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.
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via Salary.com
posted_at: 10 days agoschedule_type: Full-time
About Gray Television:
Gray Television is a leading media company that owns and operates high-quality stations in 113 television markets that collectively reach 36 percent of US television households...
We constantly strive for excellence. Through upgrading to the latest technology and seeking new ways to stay on top in our markets, we focus on training and development of the best and brightest employees in the business.
About WDBJ:
WDBJ7, WZBJ
About Gray Television:
Gray Television is a leading media company that owns and operates high-quality stations in 113 television markets that collectively reach 36 percent of US television households...
We constantly strive for excellence. Through upgrading to the latest technology and seeking new ways to stay on top in our markets, we focus on training and development of the best and brightest employees in the business.
About WDBJ:
WDBJ7, WZBJ and WDBJ7.com is a Gray owned dominant CBS affiliated media powerhouse in beautiful Roanoke, Virginia. Known as “Your Hometown Station®”, WDBJ7 and WZBJ serve 26 counties across the Blue Ridge Mountain region and produces more than 55 hours of award-winning local news coverage, more than any of its competitors in the Roanoke/Lynchburg market.
Headquartered in a state of the art digital broadcast center in Roanoke, Virginia, the station also operates Virginia bureaus in Lynchburg, Blacksburg, Lexington and Danville. For more than 63 years, WDBJ7 has been the number one station of choice for viewers from Roanoke to Lynchburg and across the New River Valley.
Job Summary/Description:
Roanoke’s legacy station is looking for an experienced and aggressive Investigative Reporter who has the passion and drive to develop sources and break stories. Our ideal candidate would expose wrongdoing and waste, including in local and state governments. The candidate would also be part of big-story and major breaking news coverage. If you have a strong desire to not only tell amazing stories, but also grow as a journalist and learn from your co-workers, then WDBJ7 could be the place for you. At least three years of experience working in a television newsroom is preferred.
Duties/Responsibilities include (but not limited to):
• Enterprise investigative stories for multiple platforms
• Work in co-ordination with news managers, producers, and assignment editors
• Cover big stories and major breaking news when needed
• Shoot and edit video
• Must possess a strong understanding of daily newscast content and work in conjunction with producers to develop a dynamic product.
• Strong initiative, attention to detail, and advanced ethical decision-making skills required.
• Must possess excellent interview and conversational writing skills
• Excellent live reporting skills and strong on-camera presentation skills required
• Basic computer knowledge including newsroom software (such as ENPS) Microsoft applications, and Internet use
• Able to produce and post content to our websites
• Must be able to work independently with limited supervision
• Work well in a team environment
• Ability to meet tight deadlines and well under pressure
• Demonstrate solid news judgment and journalistic ethics
• Ability to maintain a positive work atmosphere by behaving in a manner that will work well with co-workers, supervisors and viewers
• Strong research skills, including the ability to navigate online search engines
Qualifications/Requirements:
• At least three years of experience as an investigative reporter
• Proven investigative skills, including developing sources and accessing open records
• Strong storytelling, writing, and on-air abilities
• Knowledge and effective use of broadcast, digital, and social media tools
• Ability to shoot and edit video
• Bachelor's degree in broadcast journalism or related field
• Experience with ENPS newsroom software and/or Grass Valley non-linear editing a plus.
• Editorial leadership skills a plus
Licensing/Certifications: Must hold a valid driver’s license and be insurable
If you feel you’re qualified and want to work with a great group of people go to https://gray.tv/careers#currentopenings, you may type in the job title, station call letters, or click on "apply now", upload your resume, cover letter and references (upload reel/demo of your work)
(Current employees that are interested in this position can apply through the Gray-TV UltiPro employee portal)
WDBJ-TV/Gray Television Group, Inc. is a drug-free company
Additional Info:
Gray Television provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Gray Television complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, and transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
Gray Television expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Gray’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.
Gray Television encourages all new employees to be fully vaccinated against the coronavirus virus prior to or by the first workday Show more details...
Gray Television is a leading media company that owns and operates high-quality stations in 113 television markets that collectively reach 36 percent of US television households...
We constantly strive for excellence. Through upgrading to the latest technology and seeking new ways to stay on top in our markets, we focus on training and development of the best and brightest employees in the business.
About WDBJ:
WDBJ7, WZBJ and WDBJ7.com is a Gray owned dominant CBS affiliated media powerhouse in beautiful Roanoke, Virginia. Known as “Your Hometown Station®”, WDBJ7 and WZBJ serve 26 counties across the Blue Ridge Mountain region and produces more than 55 hours of award-winning local news coverage, more than any of its competitors in the Roanoke/Lynchburg market.
Headquartered in a state of the art digital broadcast center in Roanoke, Virginia, the station also operates Virginia bureaus in Lynchburg, Blacksburg, Lexington and Danville. For more than 63 years, WDBJ7 has been the number one station of choice for viewers from Roanoke to Lynchburg and across the New River Valley.
Job Summary/Description:
Roanoke’s legacy station is looking for an experienced and aggressive Investigative Reporter who has the passion and drive to develop sources and break stories. Our ideal candidate would expose wrongdoing and waste, including in local and state governments. The candidate would also be part of big-story and major breaking news coverage. If you have a strong desire to not only tell amazing stories, but also grow as a journalist and learn from your co-workers, then WDBJ7 could be the place for you. At least three years of experience working in a television newsroom is preferred.
Duties/Responsibilities include (but not limited to):
• Enterprise investigative stories for multiple platforms
• Work in co-ordination with news managers, producers, and assignment editors
• Cover big stories and major breaking news when needed
• Shoot and edit video
• Must possess a strong understanding of daily newscast content and work in conjunction with producers to develop a dynamic product.
• Strong initiative, attention to detail, and advanced ethical decision-making skills required.
• Must possess excellent interview and conversational writing skills
• Excellent live reporting skills and strong on-camera presentation skills required
• Basic computer knowledge including newsroom software (such as ENPS) Microsoft applications, and Internet use
• Able to produce and post content to our websites
• Must be able to work independently with limited supervision
• Work well in a team environment
• Ability to meet tight deadlines and well under pressure
• Demonstrate solid news judgment and journalistic ethics
• Ability to maintain a positive work atmosphere by behaving in a manner that will work well with co-workers, supervisors and viewers
• Strong research skills, including the ability to navigate online search engines
Qualifications/Requirements:
• At least three years of experience as an investigative reporter
• Proven investigative skills, including developing sources and accessing open records
• Strong storytelling, writing, and on-air abilities
• Knowledge and effective use of broadcast, digital, and social media tools
• Ability to shoot and edit video
• Bachelor's degree in broadcast journalism or related field
• Experience with ENPS newsroom software and/or Grass Valley non-linear editing a plus.
• Editorial leadership skills a plus
Licensing/Certifications: Must hold a valid driver’s license and be insurable
If you feel you’re qualified and want to work with a great group of people go to https://gray.tv/careers#currentopenings, you may type in the job title, station call letters, or click on "apply now", upload your resume, cover letter and references (upload reel/demo of your work)
(Current employees that are interested in this position can apply through the Gray-TV UltiPro employee portal)
WDBJ-TV/Gray Television Group, Inc. is a drug-free company
Additional Info:
Gray Television provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Gray Television complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, and transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
Gray Television expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Gray’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.
Gray Television encourages all new employees to be fully vaccinated against the coronavirus virus prior to or by the first workday Show more details...
via Talent.com
posted_at: 1 day agoschedule_type: Full-time
About Gray Television :
Gray Television is a leading media company that owns and operates high-quality stations in 113 television markets that collectively reach 36 percent of US television households...
We constantly strive for excellence. Through upgrading to the latest technology and seeking new ways to stay on top in our markets, we focus on training and development of the best and brightest employees in the business.
About WDBJ :
WDBJ7, WZBJ
About Gray Television :
Gray Television is a leading media company that owns and operates high-quality stations in 113 television markets that collectively reach 36 percent of US television households...
We constantly strive for excellence. Through upgrading to the latest technology and seeking new ways to stay on top in our markets, we focus on training and development of the best and brightest employees in the business.
About WDBJ :
WDBJ7, WZBJ and WDBJ7.com is a Gray owned dominant CBS affiliated media powerhouse in beautiful Roanoke, Virginia. Known as Your Hometown Station® , WDBJ7 and WZBJ serve 26 counties across the Blue Ridge Mountain region and produces more than 55 hours of award-winning local news coverage, more than any of its competitors in the Roanoke / Lynchburg market.
Job Summary / Description :
The #1 station in the 67th largest market in the country is looking for an employee with multiple skills who is willing to wear many hats in the newsroom.
The person we will hire will edit newscasts, shoot news and sporting events, as well as work with MMJs and anchors on packages.
Duties / Responsibilities include (but are not limited to) :
• Edit video and audio for broadcasts, promos and teases
• Edit and ingest news video from networks and other sources for broadcast
• Demonstrates sound news judgment and ability to tell stories with pictures and natural sound
• Must be able to utilize non-linear editing equipment on a daily basis
• Must be a visual storyteller
• Communicate with reporters, writers, and producers on video needed for news stories
• Keep track of edited news stories for broadcast; maintain an archive
• Respond to breaking news or urgent newsroom situations
• Responsible for ensuring all goals and objectives are being met and training sessions are attended
• Must demonstrate the drive to grow and learn as well as offer creativity every day
• Ability to work well with co-workers and in a professional manner is required
• Critique, feedback, and training are part of the job
• Required to observe all safety regulations in house
• Load raw video and still photos to the website prior to editing television video
• Communicate with the web staff during breaking news
• Manage storage space in video clip bins and maintain a still photo library
• Explore ways to increase visual content on the website
• Working knowledge of local geography and road routes is strongly preferred
• Follow clothing and appearance guidelines
• Work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed
Qualifications / Requirements :
• Able to edit stories, work with producers / reporters
• Ability to edit video and still photos to match story for on-air or online
• Knowledge of how to appropriately use NAT sound
• Must possess the ability to edit on non-linear equipment and to adapt to new technology
• Generate story ideas; identify potential stories
• Must be able to operate Microsoft Windows software
• Ability to operate news-related software is preferred; Basic knowledge of web posting software
• Must be able to work well under pressure with limited supervision and daily deadlines
• Ability to stay current with national and local news / weather
• Strong initiative and attention to detail is required
• Ability to remain positive and foster a positive work environment
• Understanding of and ability to follow and enforce the journalistic code of ethics
• Must be capable of working well with others in challenging work environments to produce the best product for the viewer
• Must have a working knowledge of ENG trucks
• Basic knowledge of social media
Last updated : 2023-06-30 Show more details...
Gray Television is a leading media company that owns and operates high-quality stations in 113 television markets that collectively reach 36 percent of US television households...
We constantly strive for excellence. Through upgrading to the latest technology and seeking new ways to stay on top in our markets, we focus on training and development of the best and brightest employees in the business.
About WDBJ :
WDBJ7, WZBJ and WDBJ7.com is a Gray owned dominant CBS affiliated media powerhouse in beautiful Roanoke, Virginia. Known as Your Hometown Station® , WDBJ7 and WZBJ serve 26 counties across the Blue Ridge Mountain region and produces more than 55 hours of award-winning local news coverage, more than any of its competitors in the Roanoke / Lynchburg market.
Job Summary / Description :
The #1 station in the 67th largest market in the country is looking for an employee with multiple skills who is willing to wear many hats in the newsroom.
The person we will hire will edit newscasts, shoot news and sporting events, as well as work with MMJs and anchors on packages.
Duties / Responsibilities include (but are not limited to) :
• Edit video and audio for broadcasts, promos and teases
• Edit and ingest news video from networks and other sources for broadcast
• Demonstrates sound news judgment and ability to tell stories with pictures and natural sound
• Must be able to utilize non-linear editing equipment on a daily basis
• Must be a visual storyteller
• Communicate with reporters, writers, and producers on video needed for news stories
• Keep track of edited news stories for broadcast; maintain an archive
• Respond to breaking news or urgent newsroom situations
• Responsible for ensuring all goals and objectives are being met and training sessions are attended
• Must demonstrate the drive to grow and learn as well as offer creativity every day
• Ability to work well with co-workers and in a professional manner is required
• Critique, feedback, and training are part of the job
• Required to observe all safety regulations in house
• Load raw video and still photos to the website prior to editing television video
• Communicate with the web staff during breaking news
• Manage storage space in video clip bins and maintain a still photo library
• Explore ways to increase visual content on the website
• Working knowledge of local geography and road routes is strongly preferred
• Follow clothing and appearance guidelines
• Work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed
Qualifications / Requirements :
• Able to edit stories, work with producers / reporters
• Ability to edit video and still photos to match story for on-air or online
• Knowledge of how to appropriately use NAT sound
• Must possess the ability to edit on non-linear equipment and to adapt to new technology
• Generate story ideas; identify potential stories
• Must be able to operate Microsoft Windows software
• Ability to operate news-related software is preferred; Basic knowledge of web posting software
• Must be able to work well under pressure with limited supervision and daily deadlines
• Ability to stay current with national and local news / weather
• Strong initiative and attention to detail is required
• Ability to remain positive and foster a positive work environment
• Understanding of and ability to follow and enforce the journalistic code of ethics
• Must be capable of working well with others in challenging work environments to produce the best product for the viewer
• Must have a working knowledge of ENG trucks
• Basic knowledge of social media
Last updated : 2023-06-30 Show more details...
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