Videojournalist – someone who can do it all! The successful candidate for this position can shoot and edit and write for our digital channels.
Videojournalist
Gray Television Birmingham
Gray Television supports local community interests by providing quality television broadcasting and exceptional service in each market we serve. We own and/or operate television stations and leading digital properties in 91 television markets including the first or second highest rated television station in 85 markets throughout the country – all delivering the news, weather, sports and entertainment that millions of our neighbors count on every day. We are an unmatched broadcast pioneer that keeps getting bigger and better.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to: gather information by maintaining contact with sources, including police and government agencies, respond aggressively to breaking news, coordinate crews in the field and communicate updates to news staff and management, strong photography and non-linear editing skills, ability to operate microwave trucks and LiveU, ability to meet deadlines, must have excellent verbal and written skills, must be able to work individually, and/or in a group setting, and should show individual initiative and creativity in photography skills.
Requirements: 3 years previous newsroom experience as a reporter or producer, Valid Driver’s License and able to complete the MVR process successfully, able to shoot and edit stories, work with reporters and assignment desk, capable of gathering information and interviews when necessary; conduct on-line research, computer literacy required, including ideally ENPS news system, and must be able to work well under pressure with limited supervision and daily deadlines.
