What are the responsibilities and job description for the NEWS VIDEOGRAPHER/VIDEO EDITOR (PM) - KTUU position at Gray Media?
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 KTUU:
Alaska's News Source has a reputation of excellence as the state's most-watched news source, producing 32 hours of broadcast news, weather, and sports content each week on KTUU-TV/Channel 2 and KYES/Channel 5 in Anchorage as well as KATH and KYEX in Southeast Alaska. Strong reach and brand loyalty are augmented by added broadcast distribution to more than 200 rural communities throughout the state via ARCS-TV, Alaska's rural communications service. A leader in digital content, AlaskasNewSource.com offers breaking news and statewide community coverage. Our News and Weather Apps, podcasts, and streaming content offered through Connected TV platforms reach audiences far beyond broadcast. Our mission is "To Tell Alaska's Story," and we strive to consistently distinguish ourselves as Alaska's preferred source for news, information, and community service.
Job Summary/Description:
Alaska's News Source is looking for a full-time, evening news photojournalist/video editor who is responsible for shooting and editing video/sound for our broadcast and digital platforms. Excellent videography, editing and news interest are all a must for this critical position. The ideal candidate will have a positive attitude, geared towards a high-paced news environment. You must be able to work independently and with other staff members to conduct interviews, respond to breaking news and deliver live shots under tight day-turn deadlines. This shift is Wed-Sun 1:30p-10:30p (with a one-hour lunch break).
Duties/Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
(Current employees who are interested in this position can apply through the Gray-TV UltiPro self-service portal)
KTUU-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.
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 KTUU:
Alaska's News Source has a reputation of excellence as the state's most-watched news source, producing 32 hours of broadcast news, weather, and sports content each week on KTUU-TV/Channel 2 and KYES/Channel 5 in Anchorage as well as KATH and KYEX in Southeast Alaska. Strong reach and brand loyalty are augmented by added broadcast distribution to more than 200 rural communities throughout the state via ARCS-TV, Alaska's rural communications service. A leader in digital content, AlaskasNewSource.com offers breaking news and statewide community coverage. Our News and Weather Apps, podcasts, and streaming content offered through Connected TV platforms reach audiences far beyond broadcast. Our mission is "To Tell Alaska's Story," and we strive to consistently distinguish ourselves as Alaska's preferred source for news, information, and community service.
Job Summary/Description:
Alaska's News Source is looking for a full-time, evening news photojournalist/video editor who is responsible for shooting and editing video/sound for our broadcast and digital platforms. Excellent videography, editing and news interest are all a must for this critical position. The ideal candidate will have a positive attitude, geared towards a high-paced news environment. You must be able to work independently and with other staff members to conduct interviews, respond to breaking news and deliver live shots under tight day-turn deadlines. This shift is Wed-Sun 1:30p-10:30p (with a one-hour lunch break).
Duties/Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Responsible for shooting and editing news video and sound for broadcast and publication on all of the station's digital platforms
- Must display competence in news videography and video editing, including journalistic and ethical integrity
- Must be capable of gathering news independently or as part of a team
- Must pitch stories daily for news coverage
- Travel is required as news assignments/coverage warrants
- On-call work is required on a rotation with other staff members
- 1 years experience as a News Videojournalist/Editor
- College degree (Journalism or related field) is preferred
- Must hold a valid driver's license and a good driving record
- Must be willing to work flexible hours and a variety of shifts including but not limited to: mornings, afternoons, late nights, holidays, weekends and possible overtime hours
- Must be able to meet tight deadlines and work well under pressure
- Must have the desire to be at work during big breaking news, weather coverage and special events
(Current employees who are interested in this position can apply through the Gray-TV UltiPro self-service portal)
KTUU-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.
