About Gray Television:

Gray Television is a leading media company that owns and operates high-quality stations in 113 television markets that collectively reach 36 percent of US television households.

We constantly strive for excellence. Through upgrading to the latest technology and seeking new ways to stay on top in our markets, we focus on training and development of the best and brightest employees in the business.

About WBTV:

WBTV is located in the heart of the Queen City, just west of Uptown. As a community leader for over 70 years, WBTV prides itself on putting our viewers first. Being "On Your Side" is more than just a slogan, but a culture that permeates throughout the station, and is truly felt by citizens of the Charlotte DMA. The city of Charlotte is home to the NFL's Carolina Panthers, the Charlotte Hornets of the NBA, and has countless museums, and world-class restaurants to fill your off-days with fun, culture, and so much more! Visit wbtv.com fore more information.

Job Summary/Description:

WBTV is looking for an aggressive, experienced journalist to execute evening coverage plans. This person works in the newsroom running the assignment desk. The right candidate has solid news judgment and can juggle multiple tasks simultaneously. WBTV is looking for a candidate who is organized and attentive to details. The news content specialist must display critical thinking during the busiest parts of the day while evaluating resources, making good decisions, and communicating clearly and effectively under deadlines. This position also assists the digital team with writing and publishing content to WBTV’s digital, streaming, and social media platforms.

Duties/Responsibilities will include (but not be limited to):

• Coordinate planning and execution of coverage plan across multiple platforms
• Managing logistics and resources
• Newsgathering (including developing story ideas, confirming information, breaking news coverage)
• Creating and publishing content to digital and social media platforms
• Monitoring scanners and social media
• Communicating with broadcast and digital producers, field crews

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Outstanding communication skills
• Excellent time management
• News judgment
• Working understanding of social media platforms
• Basic newsgathering
• Basic knowledge of video and still photography and editing a plus
• Bachelor's degree in Journalism or related field is preferred, equivalent experience considered

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 that are interested in this position can apply through the Gray-TV UltiPro employee portal)

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

Additional Info:

Gray Television provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Gray Television complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Gray Television expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Gray’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.

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

Experience

• 2 - 3 years: Do you have 2 - 3 or years of experience in this field?

Education

• Bachelors or better in Journalism