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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 more than 93 television markets including the first or second highest rated television station in 85 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 KKCO/KJCT: KKCO 11 News is the news leader in the Grand Junction market. The largest city between Salt Lake and Denver, our outdoor recreation and mild climate draw people from across the country here. Our area sees all four seasons and you can ski and golf on the same day during certain parts of the year. Home to the Grand Junction Rockies and a huge summer county music festival, Grand Junction is a perfect community where residents enjoy the best of the outdoors and all the area has to offer. Our station has a history in our communities as being not only the news leader, but a community partner. Our focus on digital allows us to reach far beyond our broadcast signal, to communities in southern Colorado and eastern Utah. Job Summary: Do you have a passion for weather and news reporting? KKCO/KJCT in Grand Junction, CO has an exciting opportunity for a Weekend Weather Anchor / Reporter. Weather duties include working Saturday & Sunday evening newscasts, with the opportunity to improve your live on air skills delivering forecasts for two networks. You’ll also be responsible for updating station social media accounts, assisting other weather team members staff as directed in times of severe and non-severe weather, working holidays, and filling in as necessary during scheduled and on-call situations. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: • Reporting duties will consist of weather and non-weather related stories • Produce daily content on a variety of platforms including internet and social networking • Produce and present accurate and reliable forecasts on the weekend • Work as a one man band reporter three days a week. • Other duties assigned

Requirements:

• Degree in meteorology is preferred • Recent college graduates are encouraged to apply • Passion to be a part of a major weather event, no matter when it happens • Compelling on-air presence - crisp, clear, and confident • Should thrive working under the intense deadline pressure of television weather • Technologically savvy with strong computer skills • Excellent written and verbal communication/presentation skills • Strong leadership qualities and self-motivation • Experience with Weather Central 3D:Live and ESP, as well as social media platforms is a plus • Must have an excellent driving record • Ability to work under deadline and on a flexible schedule that will include evenings, weekends and/or holidays **This position requires a link to your video reel** Mailed DVDs are also accepted. Please send DVDs to the following contact: Amanda Mayle News Director KJCT News 8 KKCO 11 News 2531 Blichmann Ave. Grand Junction, CO 81505

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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. GRAY TELEVISION, INC. PARTICIPATES IN E-VERIFY.