NEW ANCHOR/MORNINGS - KAIT
Company: Gray Television
Location: Jonesboro
Posted on: January 24, 2023
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Job Description:
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 KAIT: KAIT-TV,
is the ABC/NBC/CW affiliate in Jonesboro, Arkansas, and the rated
station in the competitive market. Jonesboro is home to Arkansas
State University, and several high tech companies that focus on
hiring and developing young professionals. Jonesboro is a quick
drive to multiple state parks, boating in the Ozarks, and to
Memphis, Tennessee, and Little Rock, Arkansas. Jonesboro is one of
the most desirable cities to call home. Job Summary/Description:
KAIT-TV is looking for the next morning anchor for the rated "Good
Morning Region 8." The ideal candidate will be a passionate
journalist, aggressive about covering local news. You should be an
energetic "morning person" who confidently delivers the news
viewers need to start their days. We need an anchor who is involved
in the day-to-day operations of the newsroom, including developing
and turning enterprise and investigative content.
Duties/Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: -
Anchoring at least 2.5 hours of news a day- Collaborating and
assisting producers with treatment and writing of new content-
Researching, gathering, shooting, writing and editing news stories
for on-air and online- Completing regular franchises or special
investigative reports- Writing in a clear, concise, conversational
manner- Reporting "live" on the scene during breaking news or
weather- Developing and maintaining sources of information-
Demonstrating sound news judgment- Participating in story selection
meetings- Posting and regularly updating stories and other material
on the web and social media- Interacting with viewers on social
media, including regular presence on Facebook Live- Meeting tight
deadlines and working well under pressure- Performing other
job-related duties as assigned Qualifications/Requirements: - At
least two years experience in a commercial news room- Bachelor in
journalism or related field preferred- Knowledge of ENPS and Edius
is a plus- Clean driving record If you feel you're qualified and
want to work with a great group of people, go to , you may type in
the job title, station call letters, or click on "apply now",
upload your resume, cover letter and references KAIT-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.
As a condition of employment, Gray Television will require that
newly hired employees, whether part-time or full-time, be fully
vaccinated against the coronavirus by the first workday to the
extent permitted by applicable law unless you qualify for a medical
or religious accommodation
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