MULTIMEDIA JOURNALIST - WGEM
Gray Media is a growing multimedia company headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, and the nation’s largest owner of top-rated local television stations and digital assets. The portfolio spans 117 full-power television markets reaching approximately 37% of U.S. television households, including 80 markets with the top-rated station and 100 markets with the first or second highest-rated station. Gray also owns the largest Telemundo Affiliate group (46 markets) and Gray Digital Media, a full-service digital agency. Additional properties include video production companies Raycom Sports, Tupelo Media Group, and PowerNation Studios, plus studio production facilities Assembly Atlanta and Third Rail Studios.
About the role
WGEM is looking for a multimedia journalist to join its Emmy Award-winning news team. The ideal candidate has a passion for storytelling and news gathering, with a strong understanding of how news is delivered on multiple platforms. You will shoot, write, and edit content for digital and broadcast platforms. During newscasts, you may be teamed with a photojournalist for active live storytelling.
Responsibilities
- Shoot, write, and edit daily content for newscasts, web, and social media.
- Develop enterprise story ideas and build local contacts.
- Perform other duties necessary to assist the newsroom as assigned by management.
- Present information in a fair, unbiased manner, ensuring accuracy and viewer interest.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in journalism, communications, or related field (preferred).
- Experience with news and video editing software (a benefit).
- Valid driver’s license.
- Solid technical and computer skills, and understanding of multi-platform content delivery.
- Ability to handle moderate stress, meet daily and long-range deadlines, and work well in a team atmosphere.
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical (including prescription), 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 contributions.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- Voluntary benefits: Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness, Accident Insurance, and supplemental life insurance.
- Paid Time Off, including relocation PTO.
Pay
$39,000 – $42,000/year (based on experience).
Schedule
Tuesday – Saturday, 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM.