SPORTS PHOTOGRAPHER/MMJ - WHNS

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 WHNS:

Fox Carolina is located in Greenville, South Carolina, consistently named one of the best small cities in the US. Our DMA (#36) includes Asheville, NC and offers a competitive news environment. Fox Carolina is emerging as the news leader, producing 13 hours of news each weekday. Our team of award-winning professionals thrive in a fast-paced, yet fun, environment.

Greenville has an amazing downtown scene, revolving around the Reedy River, five star restaurants and breweries, and miles and miles of walking trails. For outdoor enthusiasts, the Upstate and Western North Carolina offer lakes, mountains and historical landmarks all within a short drive. Greenville continues to be named a top small city, top foodie city and one of the best places for young professionals in the country.

Job Summary/Description:

Do you want to work for a station that values creativity, culture, and connectedness? WHNS Fox Carolina is that station. Each team member plays a vital role in our award-winning content. We are known for award-winning on-air news, sports, and weather coverage, our many community service projects, and our digital platforms.

Duties/Responsibilities include (but are not limited to):

• Gather, shoot, and edit pictures, video, and sound for all platforms
• Edit tele-documentary type shows for sports
• Use creative graphic and production techniques to enhance visual and audio storytelling
• Work independently and use solid judgment on all stories, images, and sound used within a story
• Work under pressure in a rapidly changing news environment
• Create stories
• Maintain relationships with SIDs, coaches and management at Clemson, U of South Carolina and area colleges
• Understand the editing process and all the technical aspects of Edius editing software
• Make decisions quickly and accurately while coping with stress (not undue, but sports and news is not for the faint of heart!)
• Work cooperatively as a team member under tight deadlines
• Ability to work independently and with a team
• Maintain all station gear including but not limited to; cameras, cellphones, tablets, laptops, LiveU backpacks, and any other gear assigned

Qualifications/Requirements:

• 4 years of experience as a television editor/photographer
• Flexible work hours required. Must be willing and able to work a variety of shifts including but not limited to: mornings, afternoons, evenings, late nights, holidays, weekends, and possible overtime hours
• Must meet physical requirements, including medium to heavy lifting and carrying camera equipment up to 50 pounds for extended periods
• Must be available to work weekends
• Must be willing to work in all weather conditions
• Must have the ability to interact professionally, respectfully, and effectively with all internal employees and external organizations
• Must understand ethical issues concerning stories and use appropriate journalistic guidelines
• Must be 18 years or older
• Must be willing to travel locally and regionally, sometimes on short notice
• Must be able to provide a reel/portfolio of work examples
• Must have a valid U.S. driver's license and pass a motor vehicle record check
• Must have unrestricted work authorization in the United States

(Current employees who are interested in this position can apply through the Gray-TV UltiPro self-service portal)

WHNS-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 vaccinate against the coronavirus before the first workday fully.