General Assignment Reporter/ MMJ - Kota/Kevn

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 KOTA:

KOTA and KEVN are the ABC and FOX affiliates in Rapid City at the base of the beautiful Black Hills, delivering news under the KOTA Territory brand. KOTA and KEVN are the market leaders for local news, sports, and weather with a state-of-the-art facility. Both stations cover the Black Hills of South Dakota as well as parts of eastern Wyoming. Our team produces seven newscasts Monday through Friday and six newscasts on the weekends.

KOTA & KEVN are located in Rapid City, SD television DMA Market 170, a community of approximately 100,000 television HH.

Learn More About KOTA/KEVN Here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hE2Wz03telQ&feature=youtu.be

Job Summary/Description:

KOTA Territory is looking for a dynamic reporter who can do it all: shoot, write, produce, and most importantly, report. The candidate must be able to enterprise stories, have a great work ethic, and be ready to contribute to the top news team in western South Dakota. The position isn't just about television but great storytelling on a variety of digital platforms. As MMJ, you'll not only report every day but also train to produce and anchor so when opportunities arise -- you'll be ready to meet the challenge.

Duties/Responsibilities include (but not limited to):

• Shoot, write, and edit local stories

• Use editorial judgment to determine the content of local newscasts

• Use social media to engage with the community and help generate contacts and story ideas

• Post daily to all digital platforms and social media including attaching images and streaming video

• Interview subjects and research facts for credibility

• Produce and anchor newscasts as assigned

• Follow clothing and appearance guidelines

• Collaborate with news managers, producers, and reporters for content and newscast development.

• Edit video and stories for broadcast

• Participate in community events and make public appearances on behalf of the station as assigned

• Must have a good driving record

• Must be able to handle on-air responsibilities

• Must be a strong writer with solid news judgment

Qualifications/Requirements:

• College degree

• Ability to write for broadcast news

• Ability to shoot and edit video

• Understanding of principal journalistic ethics

• Ability to carry and utilize camera equipment in the field

• Valid driver's license & ability to drive for the station

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)

KOTA/KEVN-TV/Gray Media, Inc. is a drug-free company

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.

Gray Media encourages all new employees to vaccinate against the coronavirus before the first workday fully.