News Reporter

Job Description

News Reporter

NEWS REPORTER (W/END - PM) - WBTV
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 43 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 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 viewers, clients, and 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 searching for a weekend reporter who embodies passion, drive, and a commitment to excellence at the premier legacy station in the Carolinas. Additionally, this person will understand accountability storytelling, breaking news, and have a drive to s/ucceed across all platforms.
The successful candidate will work three weeknights, as well as the Saturday/Sunday shifts, as a General Assignment reporter. This person will also be responsible for covering breaking news and pitching branded stories that fit under the ''On Your Side'' brand. Additionally, the candidate will be a team player who knows how to collaborate across a multi-platform approach to storytelling.
Please note - primary job duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the information listed above.
Qualifications/Requirements:
- Three or more years of minimum experience in a broadcast newsroom or digital newsgathering environment.
- WBTV is searching for a weekend reporter who is able to work in a fast-paced news gathering environment.
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)
WBTV-TV/Gray Media is a drug-free company

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Jobcode: Reference SBJ-4kkpzv-216-73-217-10-42 in your application.