Investigative Reporter - Wanf

About Gray Television:

Gray Television 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 WANF:

WANF (previously WGCL/CBS46) has served Atlanta communities for more than 50 years with local news, weather, sports, and entertainment. WANF (CBS) & WPCH (CW) are owned by Gray Television, headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia. Would you like to work in the #6 market in a city with a thriving economy and a vibrant culture? WANF and WPCH provides the community with award winning local news coverage, dedicated community service, and effective marketing solutions for area businesses. Come to Atlanta for the opportunity. The energy. The chance to dream where there's space to contribute. Where creatives, universities, entrepreneurs, and the world's biggest brands intersect. Atlanta has a unique culture all its own with a young population, a bustling city center packed with urban parks and amenities, and famously walkable neighborhoods.

Job Summary/Description:

Atlanta News First looking for an experienced multiplatform journalist to join our award-winning investigative team and make a difference in the metro Atlanta community. Atlanta News First is the flagship hometown station for Gray Television, the largest owner of top-rated local television stations and digital assets in the United States. Invest in our community and culture, and we'll invest in you.

Duties and responsibilities include (but are not limited to):

• Serve the Atlanta community through meaningful, compelling investigative journalism that impacts real people in their everyday lives and provides solutions to help people and communities overcome challenges
• Create high-quality investigative content for broadcast, digital, streaming and social media platforms
• Must manage multiple projects simultaneously; expect to publish new content 1-2x per week
• Use creative storytelling techniques to make complex issues digestible for the audience
• Collaborate with the investigative team and news managers to build and evolve the station's investigative brand
• Cultivate a network of sources
• Provide investigative support as needed for daily news content

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in journalism or related field
• Minimum of 5 years experience as an INVESTIGATIVE REPORTER in a medium or large market
• Extensive experience delivering engaging live content in the studio and in the field
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Proven track-record of generating meaningful investigative storylines and following through to achieve tangible results
• Proficiency with investigative tools including, but not limited to, public records, data analysis, and source-development
• Excellent time management, communication, and writing skills (broadcast and AP style)
• Preferred: Expertise in one or more of the following areas: consumer, education, health/ healthcare, personal finance, economics

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)

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

Additional Info:

Gray Television 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, 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.

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

Experience

• 5 year(s): Experience as an INVESTIGATIVE REPORTER in a medium or large market

Education

• Bachelors or better in Journalism

Licenses & Certifications

• Drivers License

Motivations

• Self-Starter: Inspired to perform without outside help