Job Description
About Gray Television:
Gray Media 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 KFDA:
KFDA is located in Amarillo, the heart of West Texas. We have built the dominant station in our market through hard work, dedication to journalism, and diligence who we pick to come to work with us, we are looking for those who want to make a difference. We reach viewers in the Texas Panhandle, New Mexico & Oklahoma. This is an excellent opportunity to work for a great station and company.
Job Summary/Description:
A Video Journalist works in the field to create content for both broadcast and digital platforms each day. Video Journalists will shoot, write, and edit content as assigned. Ideal candidates are ambitious, detail-oriented, organized, able to work independently, and can complete multiple tasks while meeting several deadlines. Candidates should possess strong writing and communication skills and work well in a team environment.
The video journalist is an entry-level, yet critical part of the Newsroom. This position is responsible for conducting interviews in the field with community members, shooting video of various events, and then creating content for broadcast and digital platforms.
Please note - the primary job responsibilities include, but are not limited to the duties listed above
Qualifications/Requirements:
* Must be comfortable with video cameras and editing equipment.
* Must work well under tight deadlines.
* Ability to communicate clearly with others and work independently.
* Must be flexible with work schedules and be prepared to adapt to changing news landscapes.
Qualified, interested applicants may 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)
KFDA-TV/Gray Television, Inc. is a drug-free company
Additional Info:
Gray Media 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 Media 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 Media 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 Media encourages all new employees to be fully vaccinated against the coronavirus virus before the first workday.
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.