NEWS REPORTER/ MMJ - KHNL

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.

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/Wage:

$40,000 - $60,000/yr (DOE)

Shift and Schedule:

Mon. - Fri.

Job Type:

Full-Time

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About KHNL:

KGMB (CBS), KHNL (NBC), and K5 collectively make up Hawaii News Now, the state's dominant multimedia news organization with the largest digital news footprint in the islands. The station is an award-winning station, rich with tradition and a history of earning National and Regional Murrow Awards as well as Emmy Awards and recognition of excellence. HNN's parent company is Gray TV, a leading digital media and broadcasting company. Located in beautiful Honolulu, Hawaii, Hawaii News Now also provides diverse sub-channels such as Telemundo, Antenna TV, Grit TV, This TV, Escape and Bounce TV. If you love culture, diversity and the aloha spirit, it's all here for you.

Job Summary/Description:

KGMB (CBS), KHNL (NBC) and K5 is seeking a Reporter/Multi-Media Journalist. Hawaii News Now is the state's dominant multimedia news organization. The successful candidate will offer Breaking News and Daily General Assignment reports each day for newscasts as well as across our digital platforms. Local knowledge of the islands is critical for this position as well as an Investigative Skillset and understanding of the communities HNN serves.

Duties/Responsibilities include (but not limited to):

• The successful candidate will provide lead-type stories for our newscasts. Shift will be determined.
• Candidates must be a great writer, communicators and must have strong communication skills to interact with our news anchors.
• Candidates must have strong LIVE REPORTING SKILLS as well as a DIGITAL FIRST mindset.
• Candidates must be able to sift through complicated issues and provide clarity to viewers and web users.
• Multi-tasking is key as you will be juggling many things at once. The successful candidate will be required to post stories on the station website and all social media platforms.

Qualifications/Requirements:

• We are seeking a reporter with at least 7 years of experience with strong Hawaiian knowledge
• Experience as an MMJ as well as in-studio experience
• Experience with ENPS and Edius editing is a plus.
• A college degree in journalism or related experience is required.
• Must be able to work extra hours, holidays, etc.
• Must have a valid driver's license.

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)

KHNL-TV/Gray Media, Inc. is a drug-free company

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.

Experience

Required

• 7 year(s): At least 7 years of reporter experience with strong Hawaiian knowledge.

Education

Required

• High School or better

Licenses & Certifications

Required

• Drivers License

Motivations

Preferred

• Flexibility: Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals