Multimedia Journalist - Kfyr

About Gray Media

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 KFYR: KFYR-TV is the NBC affiliate in Bismarck, North Dakota. A job at KFYR is a learning experience unlike any you ll find in a classroom—here, you ll get to shoot, write, and edit your own material, while receiving feedback and coaching from veteran journalists who monitor your progress. Our viewers have come to depend on our news team to be quick, fair, and accurate, from the first tweet and post to the nightly wrap-up and anchor explainer, you ll get all the news.

Job Summary /

Description:

KFYR has an opportunity open for a multi-media journalist. Experience is not necessary but preferred. Qualified candidates must be willing to learn all aspects of television news. Writing, producing, videography, editing, and anchoring.

• Write, shoot, and edit stories
• Use social media as a way to enhance reporting
• Research story ideas/plan ahead
• Assist with producing if needed
• Participate in editorial meetings
• Opportunities for fill-in anchoring based on interest and ability
• Maintain a flexible schedule that allows for being called in after hours if news breaks
• Represent the station at public events

• Communications/Broadcast Journalism or equivalent degree is preferred
• Ability to carry 20-30 lbs. of equipment
• Knowledge of proper use of social media in covering news (Facebook Live, Twitter, etc.)
• General interest in news/current events
• Ability to collaborate with other team members

Come join our dynamic team. You may visit the Gray Media careers page /careers current opening to search for the job title and station call letters, or click on "apply now" and upload your resume, cover letter, and references. You may also visit gray.tv/careers#current openings, type in the job title and station call letters, or click on "apply now" and upload your resume, cover letter, and references.

Current employees who are interested in this position can apply through the Gray-TV Ulti Pro self-service portal.

KYFR/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.

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