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Digital News Anchor/Morning Reporter
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 KBJR:
Duluth is located on Lake Superior, the greatest of the Great Lakes. If you are an outdoor enthusiast, then you can consider Duluth paradise. If you prefer the offerings of the big city life, the Twin Cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul are a short drive down I-35. Our building, office space, and studios are state-of-the-art. Located in Canal Park, considered one of Minnesota's top tourist destinations. We have views of Lake Superior and the Hillside of Downtown Duluth. We are within walking distance of the Lakewalk, Aerial Lift Bridge, and many fine restaurants, shops, and clubs.
Learn more about KBJR: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ohxvt9jZbLg
Job Summary/Description:
Northern News Now in beautiful Duluth, MN has an opening for a Digital News Desk Anchor/Morning Broadcast Reporter. The top candidate will be a dynamic, high-level storyteller with a reassuring camera presence for this dual role. This position involves reporting live during our 5-7 a.m. morning newscast and anchoring from our Digital News Desk, sharing local content through our streaming platform for several hours following our morning show.
Duties/Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Report live during morning newscasts (5-7 a.m.) daily
- Receive assignment or evaluate news leads/news tips to develop story ideas and morning live shots
- Report live on the scene during breaking news when needed
- Operate Digital News Desk with live programming daily
- Gather, shoot, and edit content for multiple platforms
- Pitch and research stories daily
- Write stories for different platforms
- Organize material and writes story according to prescribed editorial style and format standards
- Ability to fill in on different shifts if needed
- Gather and verify factual information regarding stories through interviews, observation, and research
- Represent the station at public functions as needed
- Other reasonable duties as assigned by the manager
Qualifications/Requirements:
- Bachelor's Degree in a related field or equivalent work experience
- Professional broadcasting experience preferred
- Mornings, Evenings, Weekends, and Holidays may occasionally be required
- Ability to have flexible scheduling is preferred
- Must possess good verbal and written communication skills
- Computer literacy required, including, ideally ENPS news system
- Knowledge of broadcast-quality camera equipment
- Edit video on Edius or similar equipment
- Strong broadcast and AP-style writing skills
- Positive attitude and self-motivated
- Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines
- Must have a Valid Driver's License
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 who are interested in this position can apply through the Gray-TV UltiPro self-service portal)
KBJR-TV/Gray Television, 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 fully vaccinate against the coronavirus before the first workday.
Additional Info
Station/Company Name : KBJR-TV
Location : Duluth, MN
Application Information : 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
Expiration Date : 9/12/2024