What are the responsibilities and job description for the DIGITAL CONTENT PRODUCER - WAVE position at Gray Television?
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 WAVE :
WAVE is the first television station to sign on in Kentucky and Southern Indiana and has a rich history of being the area's most trusted source for local news, weather, and sports. WAVE is the official television station for the Kentucky Derby and is known across the country for its award-winning journalism and breakthrough investigations. As part of the Gray Television family, WAVE is on the leading edge of innovation, constantly investing in the tools and technology to best serve our audiences on all screens with original and local multi-platform content. WAVE is in the heart of downtown Louisville, where technology, film-making, tourism, sports, education, health, and music make Louisville one of the most industry-diverse metro areas in the nation.
Job Summary / Description :
WAVE in Louisville, KY has an opening for an Assignment Editor / Digital Producer to join our award-winning newsroom.
Duties / Responsibilities include (but not limited to) :
- Writing and producing content for WAVE's website, apps, CTV platforms and social pages
- Monitoring scanners, maintaining phone lists, keeping files / records of upcoming news events
- Writing stories for various digital and social platforms
- Generate and pitch story ideas and research as necessary
- Direct Photojournalists and reporters to gather / produce news
Qualifications / Requirements :
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)
WAVE-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.
