Gray Television in Duluth, MN is seeking a Lifestyle Producer.
Title: Lifestyle Producer
About Gray Television:
Gray Television 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 KBJR:
Duluth is located on Lake Superior, the greatest of the Great Lakes. If you are an outdoor enthusiast, then you can consider Duluth paradise. If you prefer the offerings of the big city life, the Twin Cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul are a short drive down I-35. Our building, office space and studios are state of the art. Located in Canal Park, considered one of Minnesota`s top tourist destinations. We have views of Lake Superior and the Hillside of Downtown Duluth. We are walking distance to the Lakewalk, Aerial Lift Bridge and many fine restaurants, shops, and clubs.
Learn more about Duluth: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ohxvt9jZbLg
Job Summary/Description:
Northern News Now is looking for a Producer who will be producing the Lifestyle Show. The ideal candidate will be a creative and compelling storyteller, with a passion for community.
Duties/Responsibilities include but not limited to:
- Responsible for writing/producing compelling and visually appealing newscasts for TV & digital content for web, applications and OTT platforms.
- Produce daily shows on broadcast and digital platforms, along with additional shows or segments that may air outside the program`s regular schedule.
- Coordinate with team members.
- Write stories for broadcast, as well as our various digital and social platforms will also be part of the job.
- Participate in generating and providing story ideas, researching them as necessary.
- Staying up to date on current events what`s popular, trendy, etc.
- Perform other reasonable duties as assigned by supervisor.
- Shoot & Edit video.
Qualifications/Requirements:
- College degree in Journalism preferred.
- Previous experience is preferred.
- Strong verbal/written communications skills and knowledge of AP Style required.
- Ability to work well under pressure and well with a diverse group of people.
- Must be a strong writer with an eye for the people, pictures and pace approach to local newscasts.
- Must be able to handle a wide variety of variables, including short deadlines, and shifting from one platform to another.
- Valid Driver`s License and clean driving record.
- Some Travel Required.
Interested applicants can, 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 that are interested in this position can apply through the Gray-TV UltiPro employee portal)
KBJR-TV/Gray Television Group, Inc. is a drug-free company
Additional Info:
Gray Television 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 Television 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 Television 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.
As a condition of employment, Gray Television will require that newly hired employees, whether part-time or full-time, be fully vaccinated against the coronavirus by the first workday to the extent permitted by applicable law unless you qualify for a medical or religious accommodation.
