Colorado Springs,CO
Gray Television
DESCRIPTION
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.
We understand that life needs balance. That is why we offer our employees and eligible family members a comprehensive benefits package, including:
- Comprehensive Medical(Rx), Dental and Vision Coverage
- Health Savings Account with Company contributions
- Flexible Spending Account
- Employer-paid life and disability benefits
- Paid parental leave benefits
- Adoption and Surrogacy Benefits
- 401(k) Plan, including matching and profit-sharing contributions
- Employee Assistance Program
- Voluntary benefits, including Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness, Accident Insurance, and supplemental life insurance coverage
- Paid Time Off, including Relocation PTO
- Focus on Caring
Salary/Annual Pay:
$38K – $40K (Annually)
Shift/Schedule:
Mon. – Fri.
Job Type:
Full-Time
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About KKTV:
KKTV is located in picturesque Downtown Colorado Springs in Colorado, and with breathtaking views of the Front Range of the Rocky Mountains, it's immediately easy to see why people are flocking to colorful Southern Colorado! KKTV 11 News is the Breaking News and Weather Leader in Southern Colorado, and we always put the safety of our viewers first. With more than 65 years of excellence in the community, a multitude of awards including Emmy, Murrow, and Colorado Broadcaster's Association awards, and state-of-the-art technology, being the leader in the community is integral to the culture of KKTV. Our departments work together as a team to serve our community. We are involved with local non-profits like Pikes Peak United Way and Care and Share Food Bank, and we sponsor fun events like the annual Christmas parade and balloon festival. We work hard and we also like to have fun together. Southern Colorado is our home, and we strive every day to make it an even better place to live and work.
Job Summary/Description:
KKTV is seeking a dynamic bilingual (Spanish) anchor and multimedia journalist to help tell stories to our Hispanic community.
Duties/Responsibilities include (but not limited to):
– Writing, reporting, shooting, editing, and doing live shots
-Requires daily news photography and videotape editing; must be able to shoot and edit
– Must be able to work efficiently alone
– Must contribute content daily to KKTV.COM and other associated digital products
Qualifications/Requirements:
– Native or excellent Spanish/English (written and spoken)
– Able to translate Spanish to English and English to Spanish fluidly in live situations
– Bachelor's degree in broadcast journalism or a related field
– Self-starter skills
– Knowledge of and ability to operate state-of-the-art television news equipment as well as content management systems and social media
– You MUST provide a link to your resume reel
– MVR check will be run
Interested applicants may 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)
KKTV-TV/Gray Television, 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.
JOB EXPERIENCE
Duties/Responsibilities include (but not limited to):
– Writing, reporting, shooting, editing, and doing live shots
-Requires daily news photography and videotape editing; must be able to shoot and edit
– Must be able to work efficiently alone
– Must contribute content daily to KKTV.COM and other associated digital products
REQUIREMENTS
Qualifications/Requirements:
– Native or excellent Spanish/English (written and spoken)
– Able to translate Spanish to English and English to Spanish fluidly in live situations
– Bachelor's degree in broadcast journalism or a related field
– Self-starter skills
– Knowledge of and ability to operate state-of-the-art television news equipment as well as content management systems and social media
– You MUST provide a link to your resume reel
– MVR check will be run
ADDITIONAL INFO
HOW TO APPLY
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.