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 WMC:
WMC, Action News 5 in Memphis is the NBC affiliate celebrating 75 years of service in the highly competitive Memphis, Tennessee Market. We are THE innovative local newsroom leader in the Mid-South! Action News 5 is driven by the community. We find solutions to problems that impact people across four states. Through in-depth journalism and local partnerships, we strive to inform, inspire, empower, and support Memphis and the Mid-South. Our team at WMC, Action News 5 is always pushing the technology envelope. Broadcast and digital media innovation are in our DNA. Our team produces 46.5 hours of local programming on broadcast and more than 100 hours on OTT including nearly 60 NCAA Division I men’s and women’s sporting events for ESPN Plus.
Job Summary/Description:
WMC, Action News 5 is looking for an inspired, resourceful producer who works well with a team of talented professionals to create compelling newscasts through thoughtful story selection and placement, impactful writing, and effective showcasing. The successful candidate is a skilled communicator who writes for the ear and produces for the eye. Excellent time management skills and a positive attitude are a must, as well as strong decision-making skills and attention to detail. A demonstrated understanding of the relationship between broadcast and digital/ streaming/ social media platforms is a huge plus.
Please note - job duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to the information listed above
Qualifications/Requirements:
Come join our dynamic team, 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 that are interested in this position can apply through the Gray-TV UltiPro employee portal)
WMC-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, and 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 prior by the first workday.
Preferred
Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well
Preferred
Bachelors or better in Communication or related field.
Bachelors or better in Journalism or related field.
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