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.
Job Summary/Description:
Are you a sports HAWK looking to SCORE your DREAM job and become a FORCE in Atlanta? Atlanta News First is looking for the right BRAVE candidate to soar into this top 10 market like a FALCON and take their career (and our coverage) to the next level. The right candidate is a self-starter who is willing to HUSTLE to get the job done, a BULLDOG with a great story, and a team player who thrives in an environment with a work hard, play hard VIBE. If you are a utility player ready to be part of a dynamic team that is UNITED in its commitment to providing the best sports coverage in the market, apply now- we expect a SWARM of applicants, so don't wait!
Duties/Responsibilities include (but not limited to):
- Report, shoot, write and edit sports stories and segments for WANF, WPCH, and PSN (Peachtree Sports Network) as well as digital and social platforms
- Produce sports segments and specials for broadcast and digital platforms
- Co-host daily streaming sports talk show
- Operate camera and LiveU for talent live shots
- Maintain sources and contacts to generate story ideas and exclusive content
- Fill-in as sports anchor
- Other duties as assigned
Qualifications/Requirements:
- Minimum 2 years experience working in a television newsroom sports department REQUIRED, 5 years experience or more PREFERRED- This IS NOT an entry-level position
- A degree in journalism or a related communication field REQUIRED
- Experience using ENPS and Edius PREFERRED
- Must be capable of working under pressure and meeting daily deadlines in a high-energy, fast-paced environment
- Must possess strong communication skills, and the ability to multi-task and manage time efficiently
- Must work well independently and as part of a team
- Must be coachable and open to feedback
- Experience covering (and/or playing) the following PREFERRED: college football, NFL, MLB, NBA, WNBA, golf, hockey, soccer, lacrosse, and other professional/ semi-professional sports
- Scheduling flexibility REQUIRED
- Some travel REQUIRED
- Must provide a link to samples of recent work - videography, writing, editing, producing, on-air
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, cover letter, and references (upload reel of work)
(Current employees that are interested in this position can apply through theGray-TV UltiPro self-service portal)
WANF-TV/Gray Television Group, 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 be fully vaccinated against the coronavirus virus before the first workday.