- Full Time
- Anywhere
Tallahassee,FL
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 WCTV:
WCTV is the dominant #1 CBS Affiliate in Tallahassee, with a coverage area of about 19 counties in North Florida and South Georgia. We are a well-established newsroom, where rising talent has an opportunity to work side-by-side with experienced journalists. The expectations are high in our newsroom. The right candidate can expect to cover everything from breaking news, to severe weather, major political headlines and heartfelt features.
Job Summary/Description:
WCTV, the dominant #1 CBS affiliate in Tallahassee, is looking for our next newscast producer. Our producers go beyond simply stacking a show. To qualify, you must demonstrate that you possess foundational skills and can creatively craft a rundown. The producer works closely with news managers and anchors to craft our newscasts, which emphasize local content.
Duties/Responsibilities will include (but not limited to:
– Participating in daily editorial meetings and evaluating pitches for potential lead stories
– Ordering stories in the rundown with emphasis on happening now, local and live elements
– Collaborating with reporters and anchors on story concepts
– Selecting showcase elements which could include maps, graphics, and video
– Writing scripts with a focus on accuracy and deliverability
– Making graphics and lower thirds for stories (and keeping them free of typos)
Qualifications/Requirements:
– An internship in a commercial newsroom
– Knowledge of video editing and scripting software
– Working knowledge of web and social platforms
– Ability to travel regionally and nationally
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)
WCTV-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.
Gray Television 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.