Lawton,OK
Gray Television
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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 KSWO:
The top-rated station in southwest Oklahoma and north Texas leads the market in weather coverage with the First Alert Weather team, the largest group of meteorologists tracking storms in the southern plains. Lawton is ideally located halfway between Oklahoma City and the Dallas/ Fort Worth metroplex. Our region is known for the rugged beauty of the Wichita Mountains and the National Wildlife Refuge, a hiker's paradise. Affordable living, great outdoor adventures, and close proximity to major cities and their attractions make the Lawton – Wichita Falls market an exciting opportunity for career growth.
Learn more about KSWO – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SrdQBUKR8Bg
Job Summary/Description:
KSWO has an opening for Digital Content Manager. The DCM leads digital teams at KSWO and KAUZ and collaborates with station management on planning, coaching, and execution. In addition, the DCM oversees daily operations on the web, mobile, social, and OTT. We're looking for an aggressive leader who will represent all things digital at all times.
Duties/Responsibilities include (but not limited to):
– Coordinate with the news director and assistant news director on strategies for the digital department
– Understand and execute ethical, responsible news judgment
– Oversee all digital platforms for KSWO, Telemundo Texoma, and other related products
– Monitor traffic and analytics, find ways to continue existing growth
– Write stories, create social media posts, app alerts, and related content
– Coordinate with other departments on digital projects
– Help lead news staff, providing insight, guidance, and managerial feedback
Qualifications/Requirements:
– Bachelor's degree in journalism, communications, or related field preferred
– Empathy for others, with a dedication to collaborating and getting it right
– Proven track record working in broadcast journalism, with experience in the digital field
– Passion for innovative storytelling, newsgathering, and lifelong learning
– Strong writing, editing, and communication skills
– Must be able to multi-task and deliver on tight deadlines
– Ability to work well under pressure
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)
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.
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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.