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About Gray: Gray Television supports local community interests by providing quality television broadcasting and exceptional service in each market we serve. We own and operate leading media outlets in over 50 markets throughout the country – all delivering the news, weather, sports and entertainment that millions of our neighbors count on every day. 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 KWCH: KWCH-12 CBS Affiliate - #1 rated legacy station located in the beautiful central region of Kansas has a proud heritage with a forward thinking strategy. KWCH-12 is the market leader with viewers relying on news and weather coverage. Along with strong news ratings, the #1 website, ACC/SEC/CBS Sports and CBS Primetime, we deliver the results for our advertisers. Job Summary: KWCH/KSCW (Gray Television), Wichita, KS (DMA 66) KWCH-TV, KSCW-TV, and satellite stations KBSD-TV, KBSH-TV, KBSL-TV, is currently accepting applications for a full-time managing editor. The managing editor oversees the news and content gathering on-air and online. This person is responsible for helping to lead the gathering of content in the field on a daily basis. You will work hand-in-hand with the executive producers in gathering and disseminating content in daily newscasts and online. The managing editor oversees field crews and helps to mentor and coach them on daily newsgathering. The successful managing editor will have a strong reporting and/or photography background. You will also work hand in hand with the assignment manager and help them organize the coverage plan for the day and the future. The managing editor will assist the team in approving reporter scripts. You help coordinate severe weather, breaking news, special event and big story coverage. You must be a good writer, and love to “produce up” coverage and win the big story. We’re seeking someone with 5 or more years of news management experience. A background in reporting, newsgathering, and/or producing is helpful. A Bachelor’s degree in Journalism or a related field is also preferred, and a valid driver’s license with a good driving record is required. You’ll help the news director manage the largest news staff in the market, with more resources (a drone, totally mobile field capabilities, backpack units, three live trucks, a satellite truck), and a brand new news set. Do your homework before you apply and you’ll know why this is a great opportunity. Don’t miss this chance to work for one of the best broadcasting companies in the business – Gray Television – at their dynamic operation in Wichita, which executes more like a top 30 market than a top 70. The position offers a competitive wage and comprehensive benefit package, including group health & dental, paid time off, 401(k) and more. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: • Work with reporters and producers to produce compelling and creative coverage on-air and online • Manage reporters and their assignments • Coordinate severe weather and breaking news coverage • Prioritize, organize, and produce newscasts • Responsible for writing clearly, concisely and conversationally • Must maintain working knowledge of current events, community issues, and extensive list of local contacts • Research and brainstorm story ideas and articulate the ideas so that others understand your vision for the story • Capable of accurate video editing with an eye for visual elements and graphics that make stories understandable to the viewer • Act as a leader in facilitating teamwork of staff members working on the newscasts • Able to quickly, accurately and calmly handle decision-making process during the on-air process • Engage viewers using social media • Work with the assignment manager to assist with planning of staffing and logistics to cover daily news and special projects • Communicate assignments and station changes between crews in the field and newsroom •In charge of anchor/reporter schedules and staffing

Requirements:

• Able to manage, mentor, and lead a team of producers and reporters • Able to edit video and audio on industry standard equipment • Ability to write clearly and accurately • Understanding of and ability to follow and enforce the journalistic code of ethics • Able to be creative and create compelling and memorable story coverage • Willingness to work flexible hours and possess ability to work well with co-workers • Ability to lead others to get the outcome you need for your shows • Strong news judgment • Ability to handle and adjust accordingly to last-minute changes • Strong initiative and attention to detail • Ability to work with limited supervision • Ability to keep up with national and local news/weather • A leader in how to engage with fans on social media • A “Digital First” way of thinking The position offers a competitive wage and comprehensive benefit package, including group health & dental, paid time off, 401(k) and more. Please apply online at www.gray.tv/applynow

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 Television’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.