Job Details
About Gray Television:
Gray Television 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 KFYR:
KFYR-TV is the NBC affiliate in Bismarck, North Dakota. A job at KFYR is a learning experience unlike any you'll find in a classroomhere, you'll get to shoot, write, and edit your own material, while receiving feedback and coaching from veteran journalists who monitor your progress. Our viewers have come to depend on our news team to be quick, fair, and accurate, from the first tweet and post to the nightly wrap-up and anchor explainer, you'll get all the news.
Job Summary/Description:
KFYR has an opportunity open for a multi-media journalist. Experience is not necessary but preferred. Qualified candidates must be willing to learn all aspects of television news. Writing, producing, videography, editing, and anchoring.
Duties/Responsibilities will include (but not limited to):
- Write, shoot, and edit stories
- Use social media as a way to enhance reporting
- Research story ideas/plan ahead
- Assist with producing if needed
- Participate in editorial meetings
- Opportunities for fill-in anchoring based on interest and ability
- Maintain a flexible schedule that allows for being called in after hours if news breaks
- Represent the station at public events
Qualifications/Requirements:
- Communications/Broadcast Journalism or equivalent degree is preferred
- Ability to carry 20-30 lbs. of equipment
- Knowledge of proper use of social media in covering news (Facebook Live, Twitter, etc.)
- General interest in news/current events
- Ability to collaborate with other team members
If you feel you're 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 and references
(Current employees who are interested in this position can apply through the Gray-TV UltiPro self-service portal)
KFYR-TV/Gray Television, Inc. is a drug-free company
Additional Info:
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's employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.
Gray Television encourages all new employees to fully vaccinate against the coronavirus before or by the first workday.