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GENERAL ASSIGNMENT REPORTER - WANF Job at Gray Television in Atlanta

Gray Television, Atlanta, GA, United States, 30383

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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 WANF:

WANF (previously WGCL/CBS46) has served Atlanta communities for more than 50 years with local news, weather, sports, and entertainment. WANF (CBS) & WPCH (CW) are owned by Gray Television, headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia. Would you like to work in the #6 market in a city with a thriving economy and a vibrant culture? WANF and WPCH provide the community with award-winning local news coverage, dedicated community service, and effective marketing solutions for area businesses.

Job Summary/Description:

Atlanta News First (WANF) is looking for an aggressive, experienced general assignment reporter who is hungry for the lead story every night! The ideal candidate for this position is a rock star in breaking news and enterprise reporting. If you love reporting live, getting the exclusive, and owning the story, apply now!

Duties/Responsibilities:

  1. Generate enterprise story ideas/angles daily.
  2. Create compelling content for broadcast, streaming, digital, and social platforms daily.
  3. Seek out diverse perspectives and include those voices in stories.
  4. Be a leader in the newsroom by actively engaging in the editorial process.
  5. Develop a strong network of sources in the community.
  6. Report live in multiple newscasts daily.

Qualifications/Requirements:

  1. A degree in journalism or a related field preferred.
  2. Minimum 7 years of experience as an on-air reporter or MMJ, 10+ years preferred.
  3. Medium/large market experience preferred.
  4. Outstanding writing skills.
  5. Energetic, compelling live presence.
  6. Strong time-management skills.
  7. Please provide a link to recent examples of work including:
    1. Live reporting in the field.
    2. Breaking news in the field.
    3. Day-turn package(s).
    4. Web article(s).

If you feel you’re qualified and want to work with a great group of people, go to https://gray.tv/careers#currentopenings, 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.)

WANF-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.

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