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Job Title: Multimedia Journalist (MMJ)/Weekend Producer
Dept.: News
Station: KTUU-TV, 501 E. 40th Ave., Anchorage, AK 99503
FLSA Status: Non-exempt (hourly)
Supervise others?: No
Please apply online at https://gray.tv/careers#currentopeningsGray
ABOUT STATION:
KTUU-TV is an NBC-affiliated television station based in Anchorage, Alaska. KTUU-TV’s early beginnings date back to 1953. Over the ensuing decades, the station has built a reputation of excellence as Alaska’s most watched news source, producing 32 hours of news and sports content each week on television. Online, AlaskasNewSource.com has become a digital news leader, and Channel 2’s mobile News and Weather applications are on the leading edge of mobile journalism in Alaska. Strong reach and brand loyalty are augmented by added distribution to the state’s capital and more than 244 rural communities throughout Alaska. KTUU-TV also operates KYES, Channel 5.
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JOB SUMMARY:
This is a full-time position (Wednesday-Sunday 1:30 p.m. - 10:30 p.m.). The Multimedia Journalist (MMJ)/Weekend Producer writes, reports, edits and presents news stories for all broadcast and digital platforms with a compelling, easy to understand delivery; generates story ideas; provides creative and unique coverage; posts news and feature stories and additional multi-media content to all digital platforms, including social media extensions and podcasts. MMJ's may also be called upon to shoot and live stream press conferences or breaking news events as warranted. The Weekend News Producer duties include producing live newscasts at 5 p.m. and 10 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday, including: gathering and writing content, writing news scripts, editing copy, ordering graphics to fit stories, coordinating live shots, communicating with anchors and production staff during live broadcasts, and directing reporters & photographers on deadline to meet the needs and vision of the 5p and 10p weekend newscasts. The Weekend News Producer also answers phones, deploys breaking news crews, makes beat calls and covers the Assignment Desk/Web Desk.
GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
Use writing and production skills across all broadcast and digital platforms
Write and publish stories, videos, photos
Generate and report LIVE digital and broadcast news content
Create and host podcasts and social media LIVE coverage
Disperse breaking news via text and mobile as well as web site with urgency
Develops and maintains sources for online and broadcast reporting
Participates in story selection process through meetings; attendance at editorial meetings
Produces newscasts including: stacking, writing scripts, editing copy, ordering graphics to fit stories, making maps, coordinating live shots with directors, production staff, reporters & photographers
Ability to maintain professional and ethical conduct at the station and in the community
Ability to work with limited supervision is a must
Various shift work will be required; Holiday work required
Critique, feedback and training are part of the job
Follow clothing and appearance guidelines set by the Company in the Employee Handbook
Perform other duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS:
College degree in Journalism or equivalent
1-2 years experience in broadcast and multimedia content generation and on-air/online presentation
Be able to write clearly and accurately
Familiarity of AP Style Book
Strong initiative and persistent attention to detail is required
Must possess excellent interview and conversational writing/presentation skills
Ability to shoot and edit video; create personalized stories for broadcast and digital platforms
Able to produce and post content to our websites and social media
Strong understanding of Current Events
Strong emphasis on professional social media skills as related to journalism
Able to effectively utilize social media outlets to engage and respond to viewers
Must be able to work well under pressure and with limited supervision
Strong initiative and attention to detail is required
Ability to maintain a positive work atmosphere by behaving in a manner that will work well with co-workers, supervisors and viewers
Solid keyboarding skills
Ability to work with Google Docs, ENPS, Grass Valley Edius edit or equivalent
Possible exposure to atmospheric conditions
Must be able to walk for extended periods while carrying equipment
Must be able to stand for extended periods
Must be able to kneel, crouch, stoop
ABOUT GRAY TELEVISION:
Gray Television supports local community interests by providing quality television broadcasting and exceptionalservice in each market we serve. Gray owns and/or operatestelevision stations and leading digital properties in93television markets including the first or second highest rated television station in 86 markets. We are an unmatched broadcast pioneer that keeps getting bigger and better. We constantly strive for excellence. Through upgrading to thelatest technology and seeking new ways to stay on top in our markets, we focus on training and development of thebest and brightest employees in the business.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Please apply online at https://gray.tv/careers#currentopeningsGray
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