Description
About Gray Media:
Gray Media is a leading media company that owns and operates high-quality stations in 113 television markets that collectively reach 36 percent of US television households.
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 KFDA:
KFDA is located in Amarillo, the heart of West Texas. We have built a dominant station in our market through hard work and dedication to real journalism. We are looking for those who want to make a difference and have a desire to win.
Job Summary/Description:
KFDA in Amarillo seeks a talented, energetic news producer to join our market-leading team. This candidate will work with a leading group of journalists to produce and deliver top-quality content.
Duties/Responsibilities include (but not limited to):
- Selecting, writing, and assembling news for primetime broadcast and digital platforms.
- Monitor feeds, websites, and sister agencies for new content and breaking news.
- Work closely with team members to identify supplemental material.
- Work closely with News management to develop creative storytelling methods.
Qualifications/Requirements:
- A degree in communication, journalism, or related field.
- Great communication and people skills.
- Competitive, energetic, self-starter who wants to win.
- Strong writing and organizational skills.
- Ability to meet deadlines and enjoy a fast-paced environment.
If you feel you’re qualified and want to work with a great group of people go to https://gray.tv/careers#currentopenings, 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 the Gray-TV UltiPro self-service portal)
KFDA-TV/Gray Media is a drug-free company
Additional 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 genetics. In 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 Gray’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.
Gray Media encourages all new employees to be fully vaccinated against the coronavirus virus before the first workday.
Qualifications
Motivations
Preferred
Self-Starter
: Inspired to perform without outside help
Education
Preferred
Bachelors or better in Journalism or related field.