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Visual Storyteller/ Photojournalist

Gray Television

Charlotte, NC 01-11-2023
 
  • Paid
  • Full Time
Job Description
Visual Storyteller/ Photojournalist - WBTV

About WBTV:

WBTV was the first television station to sign on in the Carolinas and is considered the ''most trustworthy source of news and information'' in the area according to research. Being ''On Your Side'' for the community is the guiding principle of WBTV and helps drive its award-winning newscasts and quality local journalism. Visit www.wbtv.com to learn more.

Job Summary/Description:

WBTV is looking for a bold, enterprising visual storyteller. This is not an entry level photographer position. The ideal candidate is a self-motivated, excellent communicator who can work independently and as part of a team, turning stories with a reporter, creating nat-packages, and contributing to feature, investigative and long-format pieces.

Primary duties include gathering video, interviews, and information, editing for broadcast and digital/ social platforms, setting up/ executing live shots, and other duties as assigned. The shift may include weekends. BTV is a legacy station with a proud history in local news. If you're looking for a environment to grow and learn alongside a top-tier team of visual journalists, please consider this opportunity. Please include a reel or examples of your work. They will be reviewed!

Duties/Responsible for (but not limited to) the following:
- Gather video, interviews and information for news stories
- Edit video for broadcast and digital/social platforms
- Set up and execute live shots
- Monitor scanners, social media and other sources for news
- Other duties as assigned

Qualifications/Requirements:
• Schedule flexibility is a must. This is a full-time hourly position and may include working overnight, holidays and weekends as well as some overtime. Please apply online and attach resume with cover letter as well as a link to samples of work. Candidates must be able to successfully complete a pre-employment MVR. Must be able to lift at least 25 pounds.

Interested applicants can, go to https://gray.tv/careers#currentopenings, you may type in the job title, station call letters, or click on ''apply now'', upload your cover letter, resume, and references. Please include a reel or examples of your work. They will be reviewed!

WBTV-TV/Gray Television Group, Inc. is a drug-free company

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-g4my3v-3-140-185-123-42 in your application.

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Gray Television supports local community interests by providing quality television broadcasting and exceptional service in each market we serve. Gray owns and/or operates television stations and leading digital properties in 93 television markets including the first or second highest rated television station in 85 markets. We are an unmatched broadcast pioneer that keeps getting bigger and better.