NEWS REPORTER - WBTV

Gray Local Media, Inc; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

WBTV-TV/Gray Media in the Carolinas is seeking a devoted general assignment reporter to join our premier station. The candidate will cover breaking news and pursue accountability storytelling across television and digital platforms, contributing to a strong On Your Side brand and community-focused journalism.

The successful applicant will bring at least five years in a broadcast newsroom or digital news environment, thrive in a fast-paced setting, and collaborate with a tight-knit news team to

Qualifications

• Five years minimum experience in a broadcast newsroom or digital newsgathering environment.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to a multi-platform news gathering approach across TV, digital, and social.
• Cover breaking news quickly with accuracy and accountability.
• Work as a team member within a fast-paced newsroom to produce compelling stories.

Skills

News reporting

Multi-platform storytelling

Breaking news coverage

Team collaboration

Job description

About Gray Media:

Gray Media, or Gray, is a multimedia company headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia. The company is the nation's largest owner of top-rated local television stations and digital assets serving 113 television markets that collectively reach approximately 36 percent of US television households. The portfolio includes 77 markets with the top-rated television station and 100 markets with the first and/or second-highest-rated television station, as well as the largest Telemundo Affiliate group with 45 markets totaling nearly 1.5 million Hispanic TV Households. The company also owns Gray Digital Media, a full-service digital agency offering national and local clients digital marketing strategies with the most advanced digital products and services. Gray's additional media properties include video production companies Raycom Sports, Tupelo Media Group, and PowerNation Studios, and studio production facilities Assembly Atlanta and Third Rail Studios.

About WBTV:

WBTV was the first television station to sign on in the Carolinas and is considered the "most trustworthy source of news and information" in the area, according to research. Being “On Your Side” for viewers, clients, and the community is the guiding principle of WBTV and helps drive its award-winning newscasts and quality local journalism. Visit www.wbtv.com to learn more.

Job Summary/Description:

Team player. Organized. Aggressive with breaking news and understands the execution of accountability storytelling across multiple platforms. WBTV is searching for a general assignment reporter who embodies passion, drive, and a commitment to excellence at the premier legacy station in the Carolinas.

The successful candidate will have a demonstrated track record of success both on-air and behind the scenes as a capable team member within a news organization. This person will also be expected to contribute to a multi-platform news gathering approach in line with the On Your Side brand.

Please note - primary job duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the information listed above.

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Five years minimum experience in a broadcast newsroom or digital newsgathering environment.
• WBTV is searching for a general assignment reporter who can work in a fast-paced environment with a strong ability to cover breaking news as needed.

Additional Info:

Gray Media 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 Media 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 Media 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.

WBTV-TV/Gray Media is a drug-free company.