MMJ/REPORTER - WHNS

Graymedia•Greenville, SC

About The Position

Gray Media, or Gray, is a multimedia company headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, formally known as Gray Television, Inc. The company is the nation's 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. Gray's 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 WHNS: Fox Carolina is located in Greenville, South Carolina, consistently named one of the best small cities in the US. Our DMA (#36) includes Asheville, NC, and offers a competitive news environment. Fox Carolina is emerging as the news leader, producing 13 hours of news each weekday. Our team of award-winning professionals thrives in a fast-paced, yet fun, environment. Greenville has an amazing downtown scene, revolving around the Reedy River, five-star restaurants and breweries, and miles and miles of walking trails. For outdoor enthusiasts, the Upstate and Western North Carolina offer lakes, mountains, and historical landmarks all within a short drive. Greenville continues to be named a top small city, top foodie city, and one of the best places for young professionals in the country. Job Summary/Description: FOX Carolina (WHNS-TV) in beautiful Greenville, SC, has an immediate opening for a Reporter/Multimedia Journalist to join our award-winning newsroom. This person must have a passion to affect change and make a difference for our viewers. Our ideal candidate is an organized, independent, ethical journalist who can enterprise stories while thriving under a deadline. Applicants should also have outstanding live reporting skills. We want a passionate candidate who has an investigative mindset, able to develop sources and think on their feet in breaking news situations.

Requirements

A 4-year college degree in journalism, mass communication, or a related field is required.
Ideal candidates will have MMJ experience.
Able to write in a clear, conversational manner.
Understanding of and adherence to AP Style.
Excellent on-camera presence for both live and pre-recorded shots.
Must be able to work quickly and multitask under deadline pressure and breaking news.
Ability to work extended hours, weekends, holidays, and overnights for breaking news and specialized coverage, including severe weather.
Outstanding writing, communication, time-management, and organizational skills.
Must provide a link to recent examples of reporting and anchoring.
MVR Check.

Nice To Haves

Experience with ENPS and non-linear editing software (EDIUS) is a plus.
Experience with producing is also a plus.

Responsibilities

Pitch, shoot, write, edit, and present compelling stories that are impactful to members of the communities we serve.
Strong on-camera presence is a plus.
Write and post stories for all digital and social media platforms.
Develop sources and pitch unique enterprise stories daily.
Participate in daily editorial decisions and long-term strategic newscast initiatives.
Demonstrate strong editorial judgment while following journalistic ethics and libel laws.
Ability to maintain professional and ethical conduct at the station and in the community.
Ability to maintain a positive work atmosphere by behaving collaboratively with co-workers, supervisors, and viewers.
Flexibility to work varied shifts when necessary, including overnights and weekends.
Perform other duties as assigned.