MMJ / Reporter

Job Description

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 WBKO:

WBKO is home to award-winning journalism in the heart of south-central Kentucky between Louisville and Nashville. WBKO is the dominant source for local news and entertainment in the Bowling Green area and operates the ABC, FOX, Telemundo, Heros & Icons and CW affiliates. We are proud to serve our community and nurture our employees to grow professionally in an encouraging environment. Bowling Green is the third largest and fastest growing city in Kentucky and is ''geared for fun'' as the home of the Corvette, the Bowling Green Hot Rods baseball team, an active arts scene, countless caves and hiking trails, ready to be explored!

Job Summary/Description:

WBKO has a need for an MMJ/reporter who loves telling stories, cultivating sources, and covering breaking news in a fast-paced environment. MMJ must be able to shoot, write, and edit stories on-air and online daily, must want to turn lead stories, and must understand and incorporate social media material into their workflow. We're seeking a team player who is eager to learn and grow in the broadcasting field. All team members are required to work under tight deadlines on a flexible schedule that includes weekends, evenings, and holidays.

Duties/Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
• Ability to meet deadlines
• Must have excellent verbal and written skills
• Strong research skills, ability to employ critical thinking skills to dig and go ''beyond the press release'' and/or confirm incoming news tips via email or social media
• Must be able to work individually, and/or in a group setting
• Must be trained to produce
• Appear on-air and coordinate live shots
• Potential and drive to fill-in anchor, when needed

Qualifications/Requirements:
• Bachelor's Degree in Broadcast Journalism or equivalent is required
• Ability to work long hours/overtime, weekends, and overnights as needed for breaking news and specialized coverage
• Must be able to carry 35+ pounds of gear
• Knowledge of AP Style, ENPS newsroom systems and Edius editing systems preferable
• A valid driver's license is required
• MVR Check is required

If you feel you're qualified and want to work with a great group of people go to https://gray.tv/careers#currentopenings, you may type in the job title, station call letters, or click on ''apply now'', upload your resume, cover letter, and references

(Current employees who are interested in this position can apply through the Gray-TV UltiPro self-service portal)

WBKO-TV/Gray Media is a drug-free company

Gray Media encourages all new employees to be fully vaccinated against the coronavirus virus before the first workday.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-g6425q-18-191-68-112-42 in your application.