Biloxi,MS
Gray Television
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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 WLOX:
For more than 60 years, WLOX has been the place to get the news for South Mississippi. As both an ABC and CBS affiliate, we're proud to be both the #1 and #2 stations in the market. Our award-winning newsroom is committed to serving our community while growing the next generation of journalists.
WLOX produces award-winning newscasts commanding high ratings and strong viewership for our advertising clients. We are dominant both on broadcast and digital platforms. The Mississippi Gulf Coast is a wonderful place to live, work, and play. This is an excellent opportunity to work for a great station and company.
Job Summary/Description:
WLOX is looking for a Multimedia Journalist who is a self-starter with good news judgment. This person will research, shoot, write, edit, and present news stories on air and online. We're looking for someone who will keep up with what's happening in the community, investigate leads, and pitch story ideas daily.
Duties/Responsibilities will include (but not be limited to):
– Write, shoot, edit stories for both TV and digital platforms
– Report live on breaking news, severe weather, or community events
– Research, pitch, and set up news stories
– Manage tight deadlines and be able to make sound split-second decisions during live broadcasts
– Opportunities for fill-in anchoring based on interest and ability
Qualifications/Requirements:
– Communications/Journalism or equivalent degree is preferred
– General interest in news/current events
– Ability to collaborate with other team members, but also work independently and under a deadline
– Knowledge of proper use of social media in covering news
– Ability to lift and carry equipment including tripod, camera, and lights
– Must have a valid driver’s license and good driving record
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)
WLOX-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.
Gray Television encourages all new employees to be fully vaccinated against the coronavirus virus before the first workday.
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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.