Description:

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 86 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 WALB: WALB-TV is the dominant #1 station and award-winning NBC/ABC affiliate in Albany, GA. We service more than 40 counties across South Georgia, including two news bureaus in the cities of Thomasville and Valdosta. Job Summary: WALB in Albany, GA has an immediate opening for a full-time multi-media journalist (MMJ). This is a NEWS reporting position that will FILL-IN as a Sports MMJ and Sports Anchor as needed and/or assigned. The ability to perform both duties is required. We are looking for an aggressive and motivated self-starter who can shoot, write, and edit for TV and all digital platforms. The ideal candidate will be a strong writer who demonstrates sound news & sports judgment and delivers compelling enterprise content daily. Shooting and editing experience, excellent communication skills, and an understanding of digital platforms is a must. This is a great opportunity for an entry-level sports journalist, who has a strong work ethic, initiative, and excellent time management skills. General Responsibilities (include but not limited to): - Research, pitch, gather, shoot, write, edit, and report enterprise news stories for broadcast and digital platforms - Live reporting daily for multiple newscasts - Turn more than one news story daily - Fill-in as sports MMJ and/or sports anchor as assigned - Work with sports team on special coverage, projects, and live events as needed - Develop and maintain sources of information and knowledge about assignments - Make regular beat checks - Computer knowledge including newsroom software (ENPS), Microsoft applications, social media platforms, and Internet use - Demonstrate strong editorial judgment while following journalistic ethics and libel laws - Must stay current with national and local news/sports/weather, know what is going on in the community - Ability to maintain a positive work atmosphere by behaving in a collaborative manner with co-workers, supervisors, and viewers - Ability to maintain professional and ethical conduct at the station and in the community - Be able to work well under strict deadline pressure - Work a flexible schedule but not limited to overtime, holidays, and weekends - Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements:

- College degree in journalism or related field required or equivalent professional experience - Experience in shooting and editing own stories is a plus - Must hold a valid driver's license, be insurable, and pass a mandatory drug screening ◾ Please apply online at https://gray.tv/careers#currentopenings and attach 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.