Digital Journalist

Post Date:
July 29, 2026 Closing Date:
October 26, 2026

Today, we are a growing multimedia company headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia. We are the nation's largest owner of top-rated local television stations and digital assets serving 117 full-power television markets that collectively reach approximately 37% of US television households. The portfolio includes 80 markets with the top-rated television station and 100 markets with the first and/or second highest-rated television station in average all-day ratings across 116 of such markets that were measured by Nielsen in 2025.

We also own the largest Telemundo Affiliate group with 46 markets and Gray Digital Media, a full-service digital agency offering national and local clients digital marketing strategies with the most advanced digital products and services. Our additional media properties include video production companies Raycom Sports, Tupelo Media Group, and Power Nation Studios, and studio production facilities Assembly Atlanta and Third Rail Studios.

• Comprehensive Medical(Rx), Dental and Vision Coverage
• Health Savings Account with Company contributions
• Flexible Spending Account
• Employer-paid life and disability benefits
• Paid parental leave benefits
• Adoption and Surrogacy Benefits
• 401(k) Plan, including matching and profit-sharing contributions
• Employee Assistance Program
• Voluntary benefits, including Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness, Accident Insurance, and supplemental life insurance coverage
• Paid Time Off, including Relocation PTO
• Focus on Caring

The Digital Journalist is responsible for producing daily web content, including written stories and video, and assisting with other digital content when assigned.

• Develop, research, and pitch original, compelling, and relevant daily local news stories.
• Respond immediately to breaking news assignments and adapt quickly to changing editorial priorities.
• Function as a one-person band by operating professional video cameras, lighting, and audio equipment to gather high-quality visual and sound elements.
• Conduct professional, concise, and informative interviews.
• Write scripts for news packages, voice-overs, and teases in clear, conversational broadcast style, adhering to strict time limits.
• Perform non-linear editing of video and audio elements to create visually engaging and coherent news reports.
• Write compelling, Search Engine Optimized (SEO) headlines and summary text for all published video streams and stories to maximize online visibility and traffic.
• Verify the accuracy of all facts, names, and information before air.
• Adhere strictly to journalistic ethics, libel laws, and station standards and policies.

• On-camera presentation and verbal communication skills.
• Written communication skills. with proficiency in AP Style.
• Proficiency with non-linear video editing software.
• Technical proficiency in operating field camera equipment.
• Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and meet rapid-fire deadlines under pressure.

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 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.

WGEM-TV/Gray Television Inc. is a drug-free company

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