MMJ/REPORTER - WFIE

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 WFIE:

14 News, the Tri-State's News and Weather Leader and NBC affiliate is the dominant #1 news team on all platforms in Evansville, Indiana (DMA 107). We go where the news is covering stories in southwestern Indiana, southeastern Illinois, and western Kentucky on air, online, and OTT.

Job Summary/Description:

14 News has an opening for a talented Reporter/Multi-Media Journalist (MMJ). Successful candidates must be a team player with a great attitude and bring professionalism, personality, energy, and confidence to our newscasts. This person is a strong writer, who has the ability to tell memorable stories and demonstrate strong news judgment.

Duties of this job include live reporting, creative shooting, writing, editing, and posting of news stories, both hard news and features. Must have good writing skills and must be able to work well under strict deadline pressure.

Duties/Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Gather, write, and present news reports for various newscasts including various digital platforms
• Shoot and edit video and interviews using PS High Definition cameras and non-linear editing programs
• Contribute pictures, video, and text updates to mobile platforms consistently throughout the day both the field and the station
• Develop a network of sources
• Participate in the story selection process through meetings, and contribute story ideas daily
• Shoot independent live shots
• Other duties as assigned by Content Management
• The ideal candidate will also be able to work with our digital news platforms

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Journalism or related field
• 1-2 years reporting experience/live reporting, preferred
• Strong verbal and written communication skills including excellent news writing and visual story-telling ability
• Familiarity with digital video cameras, non-linear editing, and Social Media platforms
• Ability to lift 35-40lbs of gear
• Willingness to work evenings, weekends, and holidays if needed
• 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)

WFIE-TV/Gray Media 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

Preferred

• 1 - 2 years: 1-2 years reporting experience/live reporting, preferred

Education

Preferred

• Bachelors or better in Journalism or related field

Licenses & Certifications

Required

• Drivers License

Motivations

Preferred

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