MULTIMEDIA JOURNALIST - WSAW

Gray Media is seeking a full-time Multimedia Journalist for WSAW in Wausau, WI. The role involves creating and editing news stories for on-air and digital platforms, collaborating with the news team, and gathering information in the field. Candidates should have strong communication skills, good news judgment, and be able to work under pressure. A valid driver's license is required. This is not a remote position.
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 WSAW:

WSAW/WZAW are the CBS and FOX affiliates in north central Wisconsin. WSAW is Wausau's first TV station, debuting in 1954. Together we produce more than 30 hours of news, weather, and sports each week for our newscasts. Northcentral Wisconsin is known as the "Crossroads of Commerce. Wausau is centrally located within 3 hours or less of Minneapolis, Green Bay, Milwaukee, and Madison. You can live and work where thousands of people come to vacation each year. Whether you're skiing down the slopes of Granite Peak, boating on Lake Du Bay, or enjoying Concerts on the Square in downtown Wausau, there's something for everyone.

Job Summary/Description:

The CBS/FOX/CW affiliate in Wausau, WI is looking for a full-time multimedia journalist who is ready to join our award-winning news operation.

Duties include setting up stories, shooting, and gathering information in the field as part of a team, and independently. This person will also be responsible for editing videos for our on-air and digital platforms, including wsaw.com and social media. We're looking for someone with a creative eye, who connects well with people and wants to tell great stories.

Duties/Responsibilities include (but are not limited to):
• Editing video on a non-linear platform
• Enterprising timely, impactful local stories
• Shooting and gathering information in the field
• Operating TVU Live gear and Laptop editors, as well as live technology
• Collaborating with anchors, producers, and the assignment desk manager about stories
• Posting content and videos to our digital platforms

Qualifications/Requirements:
• Be available to work all shifts
• Have a valid driver's license and a clean driving record
• Be capable of working under pressure and meeting daily deadlines in a high-energy environment
• Have good communication skills
• Have solid news judgment
• Have the ability to multi-task efficiently
• Be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Familiarity with ENPS, Grass Valley Edius, Sony XDCAM cameras, Arc Publishing and Social News Desk preferred.

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)

WSAW-TV/Gray Media 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 be fully vaccinated against the coronavirus virus before the first workday.

Education
Required
• High School or better

Licenses & Certifications
Required
• Drivers License

Motivations
Preferred
• Flexibility: Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals

Equal Opportunity Employer
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