WGAL

WGAL.com is the online platform of WGAL, the NBC-affiliated television station based in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. This comprehensive website offers a variety of news and information to its audience. Covering both local and national news, it provides in-depth reporting on a wide range of topics including politics, weather, sports, entertainment, and community events. With a user-friendly interface, WGAL.com ensures easy navigation to explore various sections such as video galleries, live streaming, and interactive features. It is dedicated to delivering up-to-date news and engaging content to keep the local community well-informed and connected.

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    Site is Encrypted

  • Country
    Hosted in United States

  • Latitude\Longitude
    37.751 / -97.822    Google Map

  • Traffic rank
    #33,929 Site Rank

  • Site age
    29 yrs old

  • Site Owner information
    Whois info

  • Owner
    Hearst Television,(Hearst Properties Inc.)

  • City
    Lancaster, Pennsylvania

  • Channels
    Digital,: 8 (,VHF,),Virtual,: 8

  • Branding
    WGAL 8 (general),News 8 (newscasts),MeTV Susquehanna Valley (on DT2)

  • Affiliations
    8.1:,NBC,8.2:,MeTV,8.3:,Shop LC,(soon to be,Story Television,),8.4:,Defy TV,(soon),8.5:,TrueReal

  • First air date
    March 18, 1949

  • Former call signs
    WGAL-TV (1949–1992)

  • Former channel number(s)
    Analog:,4 (VHF, 1949–1952),8 (VHF, 1952–2009),Digital:,58 (UHF, 1999–2009)

Traffic rank
#33,929
Site age
29 yrs
Location
United States
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via Pennsylvania Association Of Broadcasters posted_at: 21 days agoschedule_type: Full-time
WGAL News 8, the Hearst-owned NBC affiliate in the Lancaster-Harrisburg-Lebanon-York, PA market, is looking for a dedicated full-time Reporter who has the ability to effectively generate and cover the most important stories of the day, write to video, and produce compelling and creative live shots. We are looking for a strong, take-charge reporter who hits the ground running every day. The... successful candidate loves breaking news and is highly WGAL News 8, the Hearst-owned NBC affiliate in the Lancaster-Harrisburg-Lebanon-York, PA market, is looking for a dedicated full-time Reporter who has the ability to effectively generate and cover the most important stories of the day, write to video, and produce compelling and creative live shots. We are looking for a strong, take-charge reporter who hits the ground running every day. The... successful candidate loves breaking news and is highly competitive. We value strong enterprise reporting and are looking for someone who finds the stories that lead newscasts. In addition to credibility, poise, and personality, our reporters are newsroom leaders who work well in a team environment. They write and edit scripts with conversational communication in mind. We are looking for a versatile journalist with a passionate understanding of multiplatform storytelling; someone who has experience and knowledge of digital content production and the professional use of social media. Our next reporter should be a self-starter who is fast, efficient, works well under tight deadlines, can develop sources, and has excellent newsroom skills.

Job Responsibilities:

Regularly plans, gathers and assembles stories on day-of news or special assignments

Works with the team to gather and edit compelling video and captivating sound

Post story content on the station website and social media platforms regularly

Coordinates with news managers and producers to develop stories that go beyond surface details, accentuate unique enterprise angles and contain exclusive content

Develops a network of sources who provide tips, early access to information, and allow the reporter to break stories of significance.

Collaborates with photojournalists to craft visually innovative stories that set their work apart from the rest of the market

Conceptualizes visual and creative live shots

Can juggle multiple stories and projects at once, demonstrates exceptional time-management skills by meeting all deadlines under pressure

Unwavering journalistic integrity and ethical standards

Required Skills

2-3 years of experience preferred

Strong writing and storytelling skills

Ability to operate latest technology

Can work in all weather conditions and carry up to 50 pounds

Able to work varied shifts

Can deal with the stresses and pressures of time-sensitive newscast production

Education

Related experience and/or training considered as well as a combination of education and experience.

Hearst Television is a proud supporter of military veterans. Related military training and experience will be considered.

ABOUT US

At Hearst Television we tell stories every day. Stories about people of all cultures, backgrounds, perspectives, and identities. That’s why, behind the scenes, we believe in being an organization as diverse and varied as the audience we reach, ensuring that the content we create is more compassionate, and more representative of the communities we serve.

Hearst Television owns and operates 33 television and two radio stations serving 26 media markets across 39 states reaching over 21 million U.S. television households. Through its partnership with nearly all of the major networks, Hearst Television distributes national content over nearly 70 video channels including programming from ABC, NBC, CBS, CW, MY Net, MeTV, This TV, Estrella and more. The radio stations are leaders in Baltimore news/talk and rock music listenership. Hearst Television is recognized as one of the industry’s premier companies and has been honored with numerous awards for distinguished journalism, industry innovation, and community service. Hearst Television is a wholly owned subsidiary of Hearst
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via ShowbizJobs posted_at: 19 days agoschedule_type: Full-time
WGAL-TV, the Hearst Television NBC affiliate located in the Lancaster-Lebanon-Harrisburg-York, PA market has an opening for a photographer who embraces the mission of impactful storytelling as a news photojournalist. We are seeking a self-motivated photographer with the ability to capture the essence of what's happening in the field and then bring it vividly into the homes of our viewers. This... member of our team will spend several hours each day WGAL-TV, the Hearst Television NBC affiliate located in the Lancaster-Lebanon-Harrisburg-York, PA market has an opening for a photographer who embraces the mission of impactful storytelling as a news photojournalist. We are seeking a self-motivated photographer with the ability to capture the essence of what's happening in the field and then bring it vividly into the homes of our viewers. This... member of our team will spend several hours each day editing for newscasts and several hours each day out in the field shooting, editing, and executing live shots for stories. The winning candidate will need to be tech savvy and up to date on the most modern aspects of our medium. You must be able to shoot with Sony XD Cam or similar ENG camera and to work with GoPro, iPhone, and other video formats to be edited in Adobe Premiere. Candidates should be familiar with utilizing ENG, SNG, or wireless data to transfer completed work to the station. Excellent editing skills, exceptional time-management abilities, effective communication style, organization, and knowledge of Adobe Premiere and use of other video sharing platforms is critical. An excellent eye for video and the highest journalistic standards is a must. If you are quick acting, quicker thinking, and technically savvy, we want you working in our newsroom.

Job Responsibilities:

• Shooting and editing of VOs, VO-SOTs and packages for Broadcast Air and On-line postings.

• Working with the Assignment Desk and Reporters to cover daily stories.

• Gathers video and still pictures for digital platforms.

• Working with reporters and producers to ensure the best content and facts are gathered.

• Working with producers to ensure their creative vision is executed with vivid video and natural sound.

• Communicating and coordinating incoming video elements from crews in the field.

• Can work with catalog systems to record and locate necessary video.

• Will produce and publish content to our online platforms.

Experience Requirements:

• Computer and software experience is beneficial.

• Previous newsroom experience preferred.

• Related military experience will be highly considered.

Qualifications Requirements:

• Can easily carry up to 50 pounds of equipment

• Efficient operation of ENG trucks and TVU live units

• Can work in all weather conditions

• Can operate large vehicles, must have a valid driver's license and a near-perfect driving record

• Exceptional ability to operate digital editing tools

• Can organize and prioritize

• Familiar with video sharing services such as Drop Box, One Drive, We Transfer or similar apps

• A self-starter - someone with a go getter attitude is favorable

• Ability to work under pressure, making quick decisions

• Good interpersonal skills

Education:

• Related experience and/or training considered as well as combination of education experience.

• Equivalent military training from Defense Information School (DINFOS) and associated experience will be highly regarded.

Note: Posting is subject to change so please refer to career site for latest availability (SBJ-G337
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via Pennsylvania Association Of Broadcasters posted_at: 1 month agoschedule_type: Part-time
WGAL-TV, the Hearst Television NBC affiliate located in the Lancaster-Lebanon-Harrisburg-York, PA market, has an opening for a highly motivated and creative part-time News Editor to work in a great newsroom with a team first attitude. This position will cover news stories as assigned. Our ideal candidate has an excellent eye for visual compelling storytelling and is passionate about combining... strong writing and storytelling with great pictures WGAL-TV, the Hearst Television NBC affiliate located in the Lancaster-Lebanon-Harrisburg-York, PA market, has an opening for a highly motivated and creative part-time News Editor to work in a great newsroom with a team first attitude. This position will cover news stories as assigned. Our ideal candidate has an excellent eye for visual compelling storytelling and is passionate about combining... strong writing and storytelling with great pictures and sound.

Job Responsibilities:

Edit stories, creative cold opens, videos, and newscasts for multiple news platforms

Maintain news archives

Operate electronic newsgathering equipment

Nonlinear editing (using Adobe Premiere) of newscast elements including PKGs, VOs, VOSOTs, opens, teases and preproduction material

Effectively collaborates with producers, reporters, and managers to produce high quality stories

Ensuring proper storage and organization of media files

Maintaining standards for all edited material

Taking in ENG and SNG feeds

Any other editing duties as assigned by news managers

In-person attendance is required

Experience Requirements:

Professional experience with nonlinear editing software (Adobe Premiere or equivalent) is preferred

Military on-air producing experience will be considered

Qualifications Requirements:

Ability to work on linear and non- linear equipment

Proficiency editing with Adobe Premiere

Ability to edit on non- linear equipment, including Final Cut Pro, and Premier systems

Able to multi-task different editing assignments reaching a large audience

Knowledge of current television production techniques

Communicate effectively with photographers and producers

Ability to record multiple feeds a plus

Able to search for source materials from multiple outlets and platforms

Able to work in a fast paced, detail-oriented environment with calm, skilled execution

Possess a valid drivers’ license and good driving record

Education:

Related experience and/or training considered as well as a combination of education and experience.

Military training from Defense Information School (DINFOS) is a plus

ABOUT US

At Hearst Television we tell stories every day. Stories about people of all cultures, backgrounds, perspectives, and identities. That’s why, behind the scenes, we believe in being an organization as diverse and varied as the audience we reach, ensuring that the content we create is more compassionate, and more representative of the communities we serve.

Hearst Television owns and operates 33 television and two radio stations serving 26 media markets across 39 states reaching over 21 million U.S. television households. Through its partnership with nearly all of the major networks, Hearst Television distributes national content over nearly 70 video channels including programming from ABC, NBC, CBS, CW, MY Net, MeTV, This TV, Estrella and more. The radio stations are leaders in Baltimore news/talk and rock music listenership. Hearst Television is recognized as one of the industry’s premier companies and has been honored with numerous awards for distinguished journalism, industry innovation, and community service. Hearst Television is a wholly owned subsidiary of Hearst
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