POLITICAL PRODUCER (W/END) - DC BUREAU (GRAY MEDIA GROUP)

About Gray Media:

Gray Media 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. 

 We understand that life needs balance. That is why we offer our employees and eligible family members a comprehensive benefits package, including: 

• Comprehensive Medical(Rx), Dental and Vision Coverage
• Health Savings Account with Company contributions
• Flexible Spending Account
• Employer-paid life and disability benefits
• Paid parental leave benefits
• Adoption and Surrogacy Benefits
• 401(k) Plan, including matching and profit-sharing contributions
• Employee Assistance Program
• Voluntary benefits, including Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness, Accident Insurance, and supplemental life insurance coverage
• Paid Time Off, including Relocation PTO
• Focus on Caring

Salary/Wage: 

$70,000-$75,000/annually 

Shift and Schedule: 

Wed-Sun 

Job Type: 

Full-Time 

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About DC BUREAU: 

The D.C. Bureau covers live breaking news, politics, and in-depth investigations for Gray Media’s 113 television markets. Its regional team works closely with stations, covering issues directly impacting viewers in their markets. The national team reports on domestic and foreign issues affecting the entire country. It often travels with the President as he meets with world leaders overseas. InvestigateTV produces investigations for Gray Media and recently sparked new legislation on Capitol Hill. Local News Live is a 24/7 live-streaming news network featuring stories from Gray Media stations.

Job Summary/Description:

Gray Media is looking for a weekend political producer in its Washington, DC bureau to find, research, and report on stories and events of interest to the local communities served by Gray's stations. The position requires a self-starter who can and will work directly with the regional reporting team to make national stories locally relevant and bring local issues to the national spotlight. The ideal candidate has a passion for political news and technical skills such as shooting and editing videos.

Duties/Responsible for (but not limited to) the following:

- Develop, gather, execute, and distribute stories
- Conducting interviews with a camera and/or video conference software
- Shooting video
- Writing TV copy
- Using editorial judgment to help determine the content of news product
- Pitching and researching stories
- Editing video using Adobe Premiere
- Assisting reporters in setting up live shots with a TVU
- Coordinating with stations to gather and distribute content
- Using creative production techniques such as graphics and new forms of media (viewer pictures, webcam interviews, etc.) to enhance stories
- Posting stories and videos online and on social media
- Setting up studio and field equipment
- Building contacts on Capitol Hill and around Washington
- Performing other tasks as required by the Managing Editor

Qualifications/Requirements:

- At least 1 year of experience in a commercial newsroom
- BS/BA in journalism or communications
- Ability to shoot, write, and edit
- knowledge of non-linear editing using Adobe Premiere
- Knowledge of TVU live technology
- Knowledge of field and studio equipment
- Knowledge of local news and newscast production
- Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
- Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments, and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
- Excellent time management skills
- Computer literacy
- Schedule flexibility
- A valid driver`s license and a good driving record
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs

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

(Current employees who are interested in this position can apply through the Gray-TV UltiPro self-service portal)

DC Bureau-TV/Gray Media is a drug-free company

Additional Info:

Gray Media 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 Media 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 Media 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 Media encourages all new employees to be fully vaccinated against the coronavirus virus before the first workday.

Salary : $70,000 - $75,000