General Assignment Reporter/ MMJ - Kota/Kevn

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 KOTA:

KOTA and KEVN are the ABC and FOX affiliates in Rapid City at the base of the beautiful Black Hills of South Dakota. We are the market leaders for local news, sports, and weather and operate out of a state-of-the-art facility. Our coverage radius includes the Black Hills area of South Dakota and parts of eastern Wyoming. We are in Rapid City, SD television DMA Market 169, and are proud to serve our community of approximately 100,000 television HH. 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.

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

Job Summary/Description:

KOTA and KEVN are 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

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-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.