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Gray Television is hiring: MULTI MEDIA JOURNALIST - WAGM in Presque Isle

Gray Television, Presque Isle, ME, United States, 04769

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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 WAGM

WAGM is a CBS, NBC, CW, and FOX affiliate, with the #1 rated 6 PM News in the Nation! Bordering Canada to the north, east, and west. We serve Aroostook County, an area larger than the state of Rhode Island and Connecticut combined. Here it is known simply as “The County”. Enjoy the way life should be, here in the County. With its natural beauty; all four seasons offer new opportunities, from water sports on our numerous lakes, hiking and camping in Aroostook State Park, skiing Big Rock Mountain, or ATVing and snowmobiling our 2300 miles of groomed trails.

Job Summary/Description:

A Multi-Media journalist is responsible for gathering daily news content and telling a compelling story through creative writing and video editing for broadcast and digital platforms. MMJ’s cover all types of daily news stories from light-hearted to tragic. The MMJ is also required to cover breaking news with an emphasis on accuracy and quality.

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

  1. Research, write, and edit daily content for television and digital platforms
  2. Post stories and updates to the station website and social media
  3. Operate and contribute to the team environment
  4. Meet deadlines and prioritize assignments
  5. Deliver information live on broadcast and digital platforms using assigned equipment inclusive of the camera, TVU backpack
  6. Appear at station-sponsored events and promote the station and its brand
  7. Research and schedule future stories and features
  8. Other Duties as Assigned

Qualifications/Requirements:

  1. College Degree or equivalent work experience in a related field preferred
  2. Must have a valid Driver's License and a clean driving record

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)

WAGM-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 before the first workday.

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