CBS 3 and KBJR Television, Inc., are looking for a smart, competitive newscast producer who will also take a lead role online and on social media. You will have access to all the latest technology at our state-of-the-art digital facility. We're looking for a producer who knows the difference between stacking a show and creating a memorable newscast that meets our audience needs.
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:
Located on the shores of the greatest of Great Lakes, Lake Superior in Duluth Minnesota, you will find KBJR Inc. situated in a state-of-the-art broadcast facility with resources generally found in larger markets. If you are an outdoor enthusiast, you can consider our area paradise with the splendor of natural resources. If you are looking to grow your career professionally and personally, Gray Television excels at providing you with the resources to do so. In Duluth the winters can be cold, but the hearts are warm, and the spring, summers and fall are a well-kept secret. So, if you grow to call Duluth home, or merely consider it a step in your career journey, you will not regret your time spent here.
Job Summary/Description:
CBS 3 and KBJR Television, Inc., are looking for a smart, competitive newscast producer who will also take a lead role online and on social media. You will have access to all the latest technology at our state-of-the-art digital facility. We're looking for a producer who knows the difference between stacking a show and creating a memorable newscast that meets our audience needs.
Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Responsible for writing/producing compelling and visually appealing newscasts for TV & digital content for web, applications and OTT platforms.
- Must be a strong writer with an eye for the people, pictures and pace approach to local newscasts.
- Must have the ability to craft compelling TV rundowns that emphasize urgency, immediacy, and breaking news.
- Apply SEO strategies and social engagement tactics.
- 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.
- Perform other reasonable duties as assigned by supervisor.
Qualifications/Requirements:
- Strong verbal/written communications skills and knowledge of AP Style required.
- College degree in Journalism preferred.
- Ability to work well under pressure and well with a diverse group of people.
- Must be able to handle a wide variety of variables, including short deadlines, shifting schedules, and shifting from one platform to another.
- Valid Driver’s License and clean driving record.
If you feel you’re qualified and want to work with a great group of people 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
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.
