What are the responsibilities and job description for the MULTIMEDIA JOURNALIST - WCAX 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 WCAX:
WCAX is the original and leading station in the Burlington-Plattsburgh market. We paved the way for TV in this whole area of the country. We are a station of innovators. If you are the person who will help us inform, educate, entertain and delight an audience of more than 750,000 people, then you need to send your resume and reel to us right now. Take this opportunity to build your career in a place people come from all over the world to enjoy.
Job Summary/Description:
WCAX-TV has an immediate opening for a multi-media journalist to work for the number-one station in the market. We are seeking a dynamic candidate who is passionate about reporting and storytelling.
Duties/responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Develop, write, produce and present news stories daily live on television and for web and social media
- Establish contacts and sources in the communities we serve
- Participate in editorial meetings and contribute fresh ideas for newscasts
Qualifications/Requirements:
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to develop contacts
- Ability to react quickly and aggressively to breaking news
- Strong news judgment, excellent journalistic instincts, and a critical eye for details
- Ability to multi-task efficiently and handle high-pressure situations consistently
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to contribute within a strong team environment
- Strong computer skills for research and contributions to digital platforms
- Familiarity with the latest social media trends and products
- Ability to shoot and edit video
- Willingness to work long hours and overtime when necessary
Qualified, interested applicants may go to https://gray.tv/careers#currentopening, you may type in the job title, station call letters, or click on "apply now", upload your resume, cover letter, and references. (include a demo reel of your work)
(Current employees that are interested in this position can apply through the Gray-TV UltiPro self-service portal)
WCAX-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 vaccinate against the coronavirus before the first workday fully.
Experience
Preferred- 1 year(s): experience in a professional newsroom.
Education
Preferred- Bachelors or better in Journalism or related field
Licenses & Certifications
Required- Drivers License
