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WWNY-Station-Watertown, NY
120 Arcade St
Watertown, NY 13601, USA

Gray Media, also known as Gray Television, Inc., is a multimedia company headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia. It is the nation's largest owner of top-rated local television stations and digital assets, serving 113 television markets and reaching approximately 36% of US television households. The company's portfolio includes leading television stations, a digital media agency, and video production companies.

We offer our employees a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Health Savings Account with Company contributions
• Flexible Spending Account
• Employer-paid life and disability benefits
• Paid parental leave, adoption, and surrogacy benefits
• 401(k) plan with matching and profit-sharing
• Employee Assistance Program
• Voluntary benefits such as hospital indemnity, critical illness, accident insurance, and supplemental life insurance
• Paid Time Off, including Relocation PTO

Annual salary: $37,440 - $41,000

Shift/Schedule: Mon. - Fri.

Job Type: Full-Time

About WWNY:

Since 1954, WWNY-TV has been a broadcast leader in the north country, known for its state-of-the-art facilities and innovative broadcasting products. Located between Lake Ontario, the 1000 Islands, Southeast Ontario, the St. Lawrence Seaway, and the Adirondacks, the region offers abundant recreation and activities.

Job Summary/Description:

7NEWS in Watertown is seeking a motivated journalist eager to report news with integrity and creativity. The role involves investigative reporting, feature storytelling, and potential on-air anchoring. The position starts at $37,440 plus overtime, with a full benefits package including a 401(k) and a sign-on bonus.

Responsibilities:

1. Develop story ideas from community sources
2. Shoot, edit, and write news packages
3. Meet deadlines
4. Dress professionally and represent the station
5. Anchor newscasts when needed
6. Work effectively within a newsroom
7. Handle interviews professionally and respectfully
8. Learn newsroom editing software (EDIUS) and producing platform (ENPS) (training provided)

Qualifications:

• Degree in communication, journalism, or related field
• Ability to carry news-gathering equipment

Apply at https://gray.tv/careers#currentopenings by uploading your resume, cover letter, and references. Current employees should apply via the Gray-TV UltiPro portal.

WWNY-TV/Gray Media is a drug-free workplace and an equal opportunity employer. We encourage vaccination against COVID-19 before the first day of work.