News Photographer/ Videojournalist - Wave

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 WAVE:

WAVE is the first television station to sign on in Kentucky and Southern Indiana and has a rich history of being the area's most trusted source for local news, weather, and sports. WAVE is the official television station for the Kentucky Derby and is known across the country for its award-winning journalism and breakthrough investigations. As part of the Gray Television family, WAVE is on the leading-edge of innovation, constantly investing in the tools and technology to best serve our audiences on all screens with original and local multi-platform content. WAVE is in the heart of downtown Louisville, where technology, filmmaking, tourism, sports, education, health, and music make Louisville one of the most industry-diverse metro areas in the nation.

Job Summary/Description:

WAVE is looking for a talented videographer and editor to join our award-winning news team. We're looking for someone with high energy and a positive attitude, who has experience shooting and editing news stories, conducting interviews, and coordinating live shots with reporters. The ideal candidate should be knowledgeable with video and editing equipment and have a creative vision for storytelling.

Duties/Responsibilities will include (but not be limited to):

• Responsible for shooting and editing video and sound for all WAVE multimedia platforms

• Must display competence in videography and video editing

• Must be capable of gathering news as part of a team or on your own

• Responsible for maintaining assigned gear, operating ENG trucks, and bonded cellular live devices (Live U)

• Driving a company vehicle and any other duties as assigned

Qualifications/Requirements:

• 1-2 years of experience as a television editor/photographer

• Drone certification a plus

• Responsible for maintaining assigned gear, operating ENG trucks, and bonded cellular live devices (Live U)

• Driving a company vehicle and any other duties as assigned

• Flexible work hours required, must be willing and able to work a variety of shifts including but not limited to mornings, afternoons, evenings, late nights, holidays, weekends, and possible overtime hours

• Must be willing to work in Louisville, KY

Come join our dynamic news team, 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)

WAVE-TV/Gray Television Group, 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.