Gray Television is hiring: DIGITAL NEWS CONTENT PRODUCER (F/T) - WCTV in Tallaha

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 WCTV:

WCTV covers about 19 counties in North Florida and South Georgia. Our station is based in the Florida state capital, and our DMA is a fast-paced and exciting environment. We are a team of hungry, passionate journalists in a well-established newsroom. Rising talent has the opportunity to work with, and learn from, experienced team members. The expectations are high, and we recognize how important our work is to the community we serve.

Culture comes first. Success follows. At WCTV, our people are our greatest asset. WCTV is Tallahassee’s legacy CBS affiliate and the most-watched TV station in the region. WCTV.TV’s digital footprint surpasses any in the market or region and continues to grow each month. At WCTV we play to win, work hard, and are always seeking NEW direct business. Join this fun and dynamic sales team today in sunny Tallahassee, Florida where the beach is close by, and the weather is beautiful!

Job Summary/Description:

WCTV is searching for the next Digital Content Producer to join our award-winning team. The ideal candidate is a driven and dedicated journalist with strong writing skills and news judgment. They will uphold the highest standards with their storytelling and aim for excellence every day. The Digital Content Producer will write articles, create content for our social media platforms, track engagement and help us build up 'WCTV Now,' which is a digital news desk that we use for live streaming.

Duties/Responsibilities include (but are not limited to):

1. Demonstrate excellent writing, copy-editing and storytelling skills
2. Write accurate, compelling and engaging articles under tight deadlines
3. Use AP Style on a daily basis at an expert level
4. Break news with accurate and timely push notifications through our apps
5. Craft thoughtful and eye-catching text, photo and video posts for Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and Threads
6. Scout story ideas through viewer calls, emails or direct messages
7. Pitch and cultivate creative ideas to increase web traffic and audience engagement
8. Collaborate and communicate with reporters, other digital team members, producers, anchors and managers to gather content for online and on-air

Qualifications/Requirements:

1. A Bachelor's degree in journalism
2. At least one internship in a commercial newsroom
3. Working knowledge of web and social platforms
4. Excellent knowledge of AP Style
5. A desire to grow in a newsroom

Come join our dynamic team, go to https://gray.tv/careers#currentopenings, you may type in the job title, station call letters, or click on "apply now", include your resume, cover letter, and references.

(Current employees who are interested in this position can apply through the Gray-TV UltiPro self-service portal)

WCTV-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, and 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.

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