News Reporter/ MMJ

Job Description

News Reporter/ MMJ

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 KCRG:
KCRG-TV9 is the most-watched and most-trusted news outlet covering Eastern Iowa. Based in Cedar Rapids with a bureau in Dubuque, we are dedicated to being a part of our community and keeping that community informed. We produce 7 hours of news each day, support a robust social media and digital platform, and carry dozens of live sports and community events a year with our live production unit.
Job Summary/Description:
KCRG-TV9, the #1 rated news station covering Eastern Iowa, is seeking an enterprising news reporter to join our team. We're looking for someone who is aggressive in developing sources, finding enterprise stories, and telling stories in a visual and compelling way across multiple platforms. We focus on strong, investigative journalism that empowers viewers and holds the powerful accountable.
Duties/Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Shoot, write, and edit news content.
- Engage with viewers and sources through social media channels.
- Reformat and write content for digital platforms.
- Research story ideas using open records.
- 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.
- Previous on-air experience in a TV newsroom setting.
- Proven skills in news judgment and news writing.
- Have and maintain ca lean driving record.
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)
KCRG-TV/Gray Television, Inc. is a drug-free company

Gray Media encourages all new employees to be fully vaccinated against the coronavirus virus before the first workday.
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Jobcode: Reference SBJ-g4vnjz-3-144-94-197-42 in your application.