News Editor Photojournalist - Wis

Job Description

About Gray Media:
Gray Media, or Gray, is a multimedia company headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, formally known as Gray Television, Inc. The company is the nation's largest owner of top-rated local television stations and digital assets serving 113 television markets that collectively reach approximately 36 percent of US television households. The portfolio includes 77 markets with the top-rated television station and 100 markets with the first and/or second-highest-rated television station, as well as the largest Telemundo Affiliate group with 45 markets totaling nearly 1.5 million Hispanic TV Households. The company also owns Gray Digital Media, a full-service digital agency offering national and local clients digital marketing strategies with the most advanced digital products and services. Gray's additional media properties include video production companies Raycom Sports, Tupelo Media Group, and PowerNation Studios, and studio production facilities Assembly Atlanta and Third Rail Studios.
About WIS:
WIS is the #1 local media organization in the capital city market of Columbia, South Carolina. It is the market's top-rated broadcast television station, a digital publisher reaching tens of millions of users each year, and the home of GDM Columbia, a full-service in-house digital advertising agency with national scale. WIS is also the hub for Palmetto Sports & Entertainment, a statewide broadcast sports network, and an affiliate of Telemundo SC.
Job Summary/Description:
WIS is looking for a motivated, multiskilled Editor/Photojournalist to join our top-rated news team. Candidates must display competence in video editing and ENG cameras.
The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing the editorial quality, accuracy, and timeliness of news content across our television broadcasts. Must be able to gather news assignments on your own or as part of a team. Responsible for maintaining assigned camera gear, operating Live U's, posting video clips to the web, and other duties as assigned.
Duties/Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
• Edit video for newscasts using non-linear editing systems (Edius, Premiere Pro, or similar)
• Operate ENG cameras, microphones, and basic lighting equipment
• Maintain equipment
• Shoot and edit video as assigned
• Gather and submit information and visuals for digital platforms
• Execute live shots using LiveU and ENG technology
• Contribute to the entire editorial process, including sourcing, enterprising, gathering, story construction, and presentation
Qualifications/Requirements:
• College degree preferred
• Two years of related experience
• Candidate must have a proven ability to post content on social media platforms
• Working knowledge of non-linear editing systems
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs
• 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, and weekends
• Ability to work in varied environments
• Must have a valid driver's license, proof of insurance, and a clean driving record
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)
WIS-TV/Gray Media is a drug-free company

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Jobcode: Reference SBJ-mkxk03-18-97-14-85-42 in your application.