Iowa State Capital Reporter

Location: Iowa

Details

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 KCRG

Stations covering the state of Iowa: WOWT, KCRG, KWQC, KTIV, KTTC, KYOU. This position may also appear on Gray stations across the country when covering statewide issues or national political races, like the Iowa Caucuses.

Job Summary / Description

Gray TV is seeking a state capitol reporter to support and elevate its Iowa newsrooms. This position is based in Des Moines, working out of an office covering all levels of state government as well as politics and issues of statewide interest with multiple live hits daily. This position will also have featured roles during elections and the Iowa Caucuses. This position works with a senior political reporter position for guidance and feedback in putting the spotlight on government and holding elected leaders to account.

Duties

/ Responsibilities

• Shoot, write, and edit news content.
• Coordinate with stations across the state for live shots and coverage of key events.
• Reformat and write content for digital platforms.
• Research story ideas.
• Develop and maintain sources.
• Participate in story selection and play an active role in the editorial process.
• Various shift work will be required; some holiday work is required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications / Requirements

• Degree in journalism, communications, or related field or equivalent experience.
• Ability to carry up to 50 pounds of gear.
• Have and maintain a clean driving record.

Application Instructions

If you feel you’re qualified and want to work with a great group of people, go to (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). You may type in the job title, station call letters, or click on “apply now”, upload your resume, cover letter, and references. Current employees can apply through the Gray‑TV Ulti Pro self‑service portal.

Legal Statements

KCRG-TV/Gray Media is a drug‑free company.

EEO Statement

Gray Media provides equal employment opportunities 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 virus before the first workday.

Vacancy Type

Full Time

Date Posted

6/30/2025

Closing Date

8/30/2025

City

Cedar Rapids - 52401

Contact

If you feel you’re qualified and want to work with a great group of people, go to  you may type in the job title, station call letters, or click on “apply now”, upload your resume, cover letter and references.

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