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News Producer (Primary) Kwtx at Gray Media

Gray Media Waco, TX

Job Description

About Gray Media:Gray Media or Gray is a multimedia company headquartered in Atlanta Georgia formally known as Gray Television Inc. The company is the nations largest owner of top-rated local television stations and digital assets serving 113 television markets that collectively reach approximately 36 percent of US television households. The portfolio includes 77 markets with the top-rated television station and 100 markets with the first and/or second-highest-rated television station as well as the largest Telemundo Affiliate group with 43 markets totaling nearly 1.5 million Hispanic TV Households. The company also owns Gray Digital Media a full-service digital agency offering national and local clients digital marketing strategies with the most advanced digital products and services. Grays additional media properties include video production companies Raycom Sports Tupelo Media Group and PowerNation Studios and studio production facilities Assembly Atlanta and Third Rail Studios.About KWTX:KWTX-TV News 10 is the dominant television station for the Waco-Temple-Killeen market in the Heart of Central Texas. The CBS CW Telemundo and MeTV affiliate KWTX is the leader in every local newscast. Two storm-chasing vehicles the Weather Edge and Weather Explorer give our crews mobile weather labs to track severe weather. Community service is ingrained in the culture of KWTX. We take pride in being able to say that no other station does it better.Job Summary/Description:KWTX seeks an innovative newscast producer to join News 10 This Morning the number one morning newscast in Central Texas. We are looking for a producer who lives for urgent relevant coverage of what is new now and next and excels in breaking news and weather situations. As the Central Texas dominant #1 news station you will have the largest and latest resources to create a show that resonates with viewers. You will join a team of exceptional journalists who are committed to our community and work to make it better both on and off camera. Strong planning and communication skills are a must.Duties/Responsibilities include (but are not limited to):- Researching writing and editing daily content for television and web platforms- Producing a quality accurate show that resonates with key demographics- Work as a co-producer in creating morning newscasts that are updated throughout the morning both on-air and for live-streaming platforms - Identifying the days most important stories and sourcing materials relevant to your audience- Working with management and staff to generate stories and content- Meeting daily deadlines in a fast-paced environment- Planning and timing show to meet ratings goals- Candidates should also exhibit a good work ethic strong people skills the ability to be a team player and must maintain a professional attitude at all times - This position requires availability to work weekends and may require holiday workQualifications/Requirements:- 1 year of previous news experience- Ability to edit video write scripts and effectively communicate- Flexibility in scheduling to respond to the changing news landscape- A degree in journalism or a related field or equivalent professional experience- Familiarity with non-linear editing TVU Sony ENG and Social Media- Valid drivers License with a good driving recordIf you feel youre qualified and want to work with a great group of people go to 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 theGray-TV UltiPro self-service portal)KWTX-TV/Gray Media is a drug-free companyAdditional Info:Gray Media provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin age disability or addition to federal law requirements Gray Media 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 Media 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 Grays employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge. Key Skills Video Editing,Communication skills,Content Management Systems,Military Experience,Copy Editing,AP Style,Ftp,Journalism,SEO,Adobe Photoshop,Adobe Premiere,Writing Skills Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1

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