MULTIMEDIA JOURNALIST - WWNY

About Gray Television:

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.

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 WWNY:

WWNY TV, a Gray Television station, has a 65 year tradition of serving northern New York. We operate three TV stations, WWNY (CBS), WNYF (Fox) and MeTV, seen in Jefferson, Lewis and St. Lawrence counties. Our highly rated news and programming reaches more than 100,000 households. 

Job Summary/Description:

7 News, the north country's news leader, is looking for a full-time MMJ. We pride ourselves on helping younger reporters hone their writing, photography, and broadcasting skills in an award winning newsroom filled with journalists who have decades of experience in the market. We're looking for candidates who are passionate about news, storytelling, and local journalism that matters.   

Your responsibilities will include (but not be limited to) the following:

· Photograph and edit video of news events as assigned.
· Report on and write stories about news events.
· Uncover, develop and report original and "enterprise" stories.
· Serve as “live” reporter.
· Position requires the use of camera equipment.
· Perform any additional tasks as directed by management.
· Produce, assign, and anchor as required.

Qualifications/Requirements:

- College degree in journalism or related field preferred.
- Position requires a clean driving record and a valid driver's license
- Professional appearance
- Knowledge of camera, editing software (Sony, Panasonic, Edius, Adobe Premiere, etc.)
- General knowledge of news producing software (ENPS, Ross Inception, etc.)
- Candidates must be able to carry up to 50 pounds of broadcast equipment.

◘ Interested applicants can apply online at https://gray.tv/careers#currentopenings search for station call letters and attach your resume

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.