Job Description
About WGGB/WSHM:
Named 2021 Station of the Year by the Massachusetts Broadcasters Association, Western Mass News is a licensed television station in Springfield, Massachusetts, and serves the Pioneer Valley.
Our three major networks and digital platforms speak daily to over half of Western Mass and the area businesses. We have Western Mass's most live programming, from the Oscars to all the major live sporting events.
Job Description/Summary:
Western Mass News is looking for a passionate visual editor/photojournalist to join our award-winning news team. The candidate must be able to work in a highly functioning, experienced, talented newsroom. Must have experience with non-linear equipment and have the ability to function in a deadline environment. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills are needed. If you have an eye for powerful pictures and an ear for great sound, this is the job for you.
Duties/Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Shooting and editing video and sound for all WMN multimedia platforms
- Must display competence in videography and video editing
- Must be capable of gathering news as part of a team or on your own
- Responsible for maintaining assigned gear and live devices (Live U)
- Driving a company vehicle and any other duties as assigned
Qualifications/Requirements:
- 1-2 years of experience as a television editor/photographer or related internships
- 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, weekends, and possible overtime hours
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 (include a link to your work)
(Current employees who are interested in this position can apply through the Gray-TV UltiPro self-service portal)
WGGB/WSHM-TV/Gray Television, Inc. is a drug-free company
Gray Television encourages all new employees to be fully vaccinated against the coronavirus virus prior to the first workday.
Jobcode: Reference SBJ-r7pn3q-3-145-71-192-42 in your application.