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Political Reporter/ MMJ

KFYR

Bismarck, ND 06-07-2023
 
  • Paid
  • Full Time
  • Mid (2-5 years) Experience
Job Description
Political Reporter/ MMJ - KFYR

About KFYR:

KFYR TV/West Dakota FOX: A job at our station is a learning experience unlike any you'll find in a classroom. Daily hands-on involvement of senior staff guarantees a good product that not only serves our viewer but will take our team members to the next level. With over 36 hours of news on our channels each week, KFYR-TV and West Dakota FOX are truly Western North Dakota's news leaders. Our viewers have come to depend on our news team to be quick, and fair, and accurate… from the first tweet and post to the nightly wrap-up and anchor explainer, you'll get all the news.

Take a look at what we have to offer here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5NlyhdFmbgI&list=PLqEoItFBZqWQtRY2pieY95iJx7XPmYopH&index=1

Job Summary/Description:

We are looking for a self-starter and someone with a proven track record covering state politics and a proven track record of developing relationships with lawmakers and key staff.  We are looking for a journalist who can dive into the data and tell impactful stories that hold elected officials and state agencies accountable. This journalist must have the ability to show how these stories impact our viewers. Coverage will be on-air, live or taped, and on digital platforms.

Duties/Responsible for (but not limited to) the following:
• Works with news directors and assignment desks to determine, plan, and staff all important stories of state-wide politics
• Collaborates with all stations daily to communicate coverage plans and newscast goals
• Must be able to develop and maintain a network of sources and experts at all state agencies and with all political parties
• Must have ability, during election years, to travel throughout the state with candidates for races selected in collaboration with the supervising news director
• Understand open records and FOIA laws and the ability to file regular requests (at least weekly), as well as manage and oversee them
• Must have strong research skills, be organized and well-versed in keeping track of legislation and quickly be able to summarize and explain it to viewers in a conversational manner
• Be able to enterprise daily story ideas with statewide interest even when lawmakers aren't in session
• Must have ability to be a digital-first MMJ. Be able to stream news conferences for all involved stations, report on breaking news, quickly turn web and social stories daily
• Must have excellent news judgment and journalism ethics
• Must have strong writing, storytelling, and reporting skills
• Must have the ability to shoot and edit your own stories and the ability to go live
• Excellent live reporting skills required, ability to ad-lib during breaking news
• While primarily a dayside Monday-Friday position must be willing to work longer hours and different days based on legislative sessions and breaking news

Qualifications/Requirements:
• Bachelor's or master's degree in journalism or related field
• Ideally a minimum of 2 years experience in on-air television news reporting.
• Basic experience with newsroom computer systems is preferred (ENPS)
• Understanding of and adherence to AP Style (for digital platforms) and broadcast writing (for television).
• Responsible for maintaining assigned gear and driving a company vehicle
• Ability to operate a field camera, editing and lighting equipment
• Proficient in TVU technology & other mobile news gathering, including use of GoPros, TVU Anywhere App, editing and sending back video/packages from the field
• Ability to lift/carry equipment ranging from 35-50 lbs.
• Must have a valid driver's license and a clean driving record
• Ability to represent all stations professionally/responsibly in the community and newsroom, and on social media
• Must have a desire to win,

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'', include resume, cover letter, and references

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

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

Gray Television encourages all new employees to be fully vaccinated against the coronavirus virus before the first workday.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-gm26e3-3-133-100-106-42 in your application.

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