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Form of workAbout Gray Television:
Gray Television is a leading media company that owns and operates high-quality stations in 101 television markets. Upon closing pending transaction, Gray will own television stations serving 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 WLOX:
For more than 60 years, WLOX has been the place to get the news for South Mississippi. As both an ABC and CBS affiliate, we're proud to be the #1 and #2 stations in the market. Our award-winning newsroom is committed to serving our community while growing the next generation of journalists.
Job Summary/Description:
WLOX is looking for an experienced journalist to join our team as an Anchor/Reporter. We're looking for a newsroom leader who is energized by breaking news, developing sources, and cultivating community relationships in South Mississippi.
The primary job duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Co-anchor morning newscasts Monday-Friday
- Present news in an urgent & active manner
- Conduct live interviews and anchor continuous coverage
- Help evaluate leads and tips in order to develop story ideas
- Contribute stories to all platforms - streaming, website, and social media
- Shoot, edit & write as a reporter on special reports
- Cover news in the field when necessary
- Represent the station in the community and for various promotional events
Qualifications/Requirements:
- Must be able to work quickly, meet deadlines, multi-task and show composure, especially during high-pressure breaking news situations
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
- This position requires exceptional news judgment, a strong work ethic, and a desire to work with a team
Interested applicants can, go to https://gray.tv/careers#currentopenings, you may type in the job title, station call letters, or click on "apply now", we encourage you to upload your resume and cover letter
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 prior by the first workday.
Gray Television is a leading media company that owns and operates high-quality stations in 101 television markets. Upon closing pending transaction, Gray will own television stations serving 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 WLOX:
For more than 60 years, WLOX has been the place to get the news for South Mississippi. As both an ABC and CBS affiliate, we're proud to be the #1 and #2 stations in the market. Our award-winning newsroom is committed to serving our community while growing the next generation of journalists.
Job Summary/Description:
WLOX is looking for an experienced journalist to join our team as an Anchor/Reporter. We're looking for a newsroom leader who is energized by breaking news, developing sources, and cultivating community relationships in South Mississippi.
The primary job duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Co-anchor morning newscasts Monday-Friday
- Present news in an urgent & active manner
- Conduct live interviews and anchor continuous coverage
- Help evaluate leads and tips in order to develop story ideas
- Contribute stories to all platforms - streaming, website, and social media
- Shoot, edit & write as a reporter on special reports
- Cover news in the field when necessary
- Represent the station in the community and for various promotional events
Qualifications/Requirements:
- Must be able to work quickly, meet deadlines, multi-task and show composure, especially during high-pressure breaking news situations
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
- This position requires exceptional news judgment, a strong work ethic, and a desire to work with a team
Interested applicants can, go to https://gray.tv/careers#currentopenings, you may type in the job title, station call letters, or click on "apply now", we encourage you to upload your resume and cover letter
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 prior by the first workday.
