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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 WJHG:
Imagine working in a place where most people travel to for vacation. That’s what you’ll find at the WJHG-TV/NBC and WECP-TV/CBS Affiliate in Panama City Beach, Florida! The area is home to a booming tourism industry, local military bases, and a rapidly growing local economy. WJHG/WECP prides itself on being a leader not only in news, but also in serving the local community, with a strong presence at local events. Our mission is to cover news that digs deeper and holds true to solid journalistic ethics and to offer businesses the best options to market their products and services including a full service digital marketing department. Our number one rated award-winning team is all about leadership and growth, and we stay on top of the latest technical advances. Join our fast-paced team and enjoy a laid back lifestyle at WJHG/WECP in beautiful Panama City Beach.
Job Summary/Description:
WJHG, the #1 station in beautiful Panama City Beach, Florida, is looking for an Editor and Assistant Producer who will be working daily as an important contributor to the overall product. We are looking for a team player, someone willing to learn and who takes direction easily. The ideal candidate is highly organized, who can turn content quickly daily editing news for on air, digital, and web platforms. This person is in the middle of all the action, and is needed to help create a daily product that is creative and engaging. It’s a great entry position into TV news, with possibilities to grow into other behind the scenes roles in a professional newsroom.
Duties/Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
– Editing news content for use on air and on digital platforms.
– Monitoring news feeds daily and assisting producers with content for shows.
– Working with other stations and Network affiliates to coordinate sharing of video.
– Accessing and organizing archived video.
– Must manage time well and stay organized, meeting daily deadlines.
– Assist in writing news bumps, teases, and writing for digital as necessary.
– Assist news producers with loading content into shows and fill in as a producer.
– Must contribute to the team daily with story ideas, suggestions, and be willing to assist reporters and anchors with editing as needed.
– Able to fill in on other shifts as required, including holidays and weekends.
Qualifications/Requirements:
– College degree preferred, preferably in Media or Digital Communications or a similar field.
– Strong technical skills are a must.
– Proven experience with non-linear editing, and ability to adapt to new skills quickly in highly technical environment.
– Prior professional experience writing, editing, producing, or directing for broadcast preferred.
– Ability to work well with others, taking direction and working under deadline pressure in a fast-paced environment.
– Solid writing skills and willingness to step in and assist in any role determined by news management.
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
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.
As a condition of employment, Gray Television will require that newly hired employees, whether part-time or full-time, be fully vaccinated against the coronavirus by the first workday to the extent permitted by applicable law unless you qualify for a medical or religious accommodation.