What are the responsibilities and job description for the BUREAU MULTIMEDIA JOURNALIST - WYMT position at Gray Media?
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.
About WYMT:
WYMT is the CBS affiliate and dominates number one station in the scenic Appalachian Mountains of Southeastern Kentucky. This regional station is located in the small town of Hazard and has three bureaus and serves more than 25 counties. WYMT provides award-winning local news, weather, and sports coverage. WYMT.com is the region's most powerful digital platform. WYMT is involved and dedicated to the local communities we serve, participating in numerous charities and causes. A second channel, Heroes & Icons (H&I), allows WYMT to offer even more local programming, including dozens of live high school and college football and basketball games each year. The WYMT/Food City Mountain Basketball Classic has generated more than four and a half million dollars for local students and schools. WYMT has a proven record of turning out solid journalists capable of moving up in the ranks. Several anchors and producers have moved on to the Top 20 markets in the last couple of years. You can enjoy all four seasons … from snow-covered mountains in the winter to blooming dogwoods in the spring. With miles of trails and lakes, it is a popular destination for outdoor recreation, hunting, and fishing. The people of Appalachia are full of pride in their home and culture and are some of the most welcoming you will find. We have a strong work ethic and are always willing to help our neighbors. You will certainly find a "mountain family" atmosphere at WYMT.
Job Summary/Description:
WYMT-TV is looking for a dynamic MMJ to join its award-winning news team. Successful candidates must utilize strong editorial, journalistic, and communication skills. Successful candidates will have a demonstrated ability to report, shoot, and edit videos, and post web stories/pictures/videos from both the field and the newsroom.
WYMT has a proven record of turning out solid journalists capable of moving up in the ranks quickly. Three years ago, our 11 pm anchor jumped to Miami, Florida. Former ESPN anchor Jay Crawford started his career with WYMT. Another former Sports Director, Derek Forrest, recently accepted a position in Cleveland and a former producer is working in New York City. We work hard and have fun! Great station! Great company!
Duties/Responsibilities include (but are not limited, to):
- Deliver on-air news events in an engaging, exciting, and accurate manner
- Use editorial judgment to help determine the content of the newscasts
- Work with producer and team to create unique, fast-paced newscasts
- Use social media to determine the content of newscasts and highlight big social stories
- Use creative production techniques such as graphics and new forms of media (viewer pictures, webcam interviews, etc.) to enhance newscasts and stories.
- Write for the web and post daily on all digital platforms including social media and attach images and streaming video
- Interview news subjects and research for facts and credibility
- Perform other tasks as required by the supervisor or executive producer
- Deliver unscripted breaking news coverage and special event coverage to the community at large
- Collaborate with producers and management in the development of broadcast content such as newscasts, promotions, and teases
- Receive assignments and evaluate leads and tips in order to develop story ideas
- Covers news in the field to generate, produce, and deliver high-profile special reports
- Edit video for broadcasts and the web
- Participate in community events and make public appearances on behalf of the station as assigned
Qualifications/Requirements:
- Degree in broadcast journalism or one year of news experience.
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)
WYMT-TV/Gray Media, Inc. 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.
Experience
Preferred- 1 year(s): One year of news experience.
Education
Preferred- Bachelors or better in Journalism
Licenses & Certifications
Preferred- Drivers License
