News Reporter/Multimedia Journalist - Keyc
About The Position
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 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. We understand that life needs balance. That is why we offer our employees and eligible family members a comprehensive benefits package, including: Comprehensive Medical(Rx), Dental, and Vision Coverage Health Savings Account with Company contributions Flexible Spending Account Employer-paid life and disability benefits Paid parental leave benefits Adoption and Surrogacy Benefits 401(k) Plan, including matching and profit-sharing contributions Employee Assistance Program Voluntary benefits, including Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness, Accident Insurance, and supplemental life insurance coverage Paid Time Off, including Relocation PTO Focus on Caring Salary/Wage: $19.00 - $21.00/hr. (DOE) Shift and Schedule: Various (or at Manager's Discretion) Job Type: Full-Time _______________________ About KEYC: Since 1960, KEYC-TV/KMNF-LD has succeeded with a culture that values skills, encourages creativity, and fosters professional growth. Enjoy all four seasons in the booming Greater Mankato metropolitan area. The friendly, welcoming region is a happy mix of city and country living. We maintain the most highly visited social media sites in southern Minnesota. Job Summary/Description: KEYC News Now is looking for a reporter/multimedia journalist. We want someone who can connect with the community, understand quality storytelling, and is able to gather their own content. The ideal candidate must have excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work under a deadline. You will be responsible for shooting, writing, voicing, and editing stories for television and the internet. Live reports will also be expected. You should also be skilled in social media and online news production. Time management skills are a must. The ideal candidate can handle feature stories one day, and report on breaking news the next. You must be able to carry 35 to 45 pounds of equipment. A valid driver’s license as well as a safe driving record is necessary. You must be a team player with a great attitude and be available to work various schedules as needed.
Requirements
- Excellent writing skills, news judgment, and ethics
- Driven to develop original news content
- Understands digital/social media platforms and strategy
- Produces content with urgency and immediacy
- Strong work ethic, organizational, and leadership skills
- Integrity, accountability, teamwork
- Broadcast journalism experience, media-related bachelor’s degree (communication, journalism, or a related field of study), and a clean driving record.
Responsibilities
- Create and deliver compelling news content by reporting daily news stories using ENG Equipment
- Use “Think like a viewer” mindset in covering local news, what will a viewer find relevant
- Edit video blending natural sound with field interviews and reporter track
- Write clear, concise news copy that is balanced
- Shoot video using the station’s broadcast-quality ENG Equipment
- Furnish a minimum of 3 story ideas on a daily basis
- Use the newsroom computer system to gather and write news stories
- Update station website and social media accounts throughout the day
- Adhere to station branding and promotion
- Adhere to safety rules and programs and assist in implementing new safety initiatives
- Other duties as requested by News Director and/or Assignment Manager
Benefits
- Comprehensive Medical(Rx), Dental, and Vision Coverage
- Health Savings Account with Company contributions
- Flexible Spending Account
- Employer-paid life and disability benefits
- Paid parental leave benefits
- Adoption and Surrogacy Benefits
- 401(k) Plan, including matching and profit-sharing contributions
- Employee Assistance Program
- Voluntary benefits, including Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness, Accident Insurance, and supplemental life insurance coverage
- Paid Time Off, including Relocation PTO
- Focus on Caring
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
