NEWS PRODUCER/REPORTER (P/T) - KALB
Company: Gray Television
Location: Alexandria
Posted on: March 14, 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 KALB:
KALB-TV is the No. 1 television station in the region of Central
Louisiana. Our market comprises four primary parishes (counties),
including Rapides, Avoyelles, Vernon, and Grant. We are located in
Alexandria, Louisiana, a community of nearly 50,000 people right in
the heart of the state. Across the Red River is the community of
Pineville, which boasts an additional 15,000. Alexandria may be
market 179, but there is nothing small about our approach to news.
KALB-TV includes the traditional NBC (News Channel 5) that has
dominated the market for nearly 60 years, CBS-2, and the CW Cenla -
Cenla, by the way, is short for Central Louisiana. Each weekday,
KALB produces 6 -- hours of news, and each newscast is the dominant
No. 1 in its time slot. Our team is comprised of several veterans
who have worked in this market for many years as well as those
first entering the business. We are proud of our track record of
talent that has gone on to larger markets, especially those who
have stayed in Gray Television. If you would like to see more about
KALB and the Alexandria market, we have produced this video for
you: Job Summary/Description: KALB-TV is looking for someone who
loves journalism to become part of our news team as a part time
producer and reporter. This job is ideal for a college student,
looking to get experience in the news field. AS A REPORTER: -I n
this position, you will be assigned and develop news stories, that
will be completed in a quality and professional manor- This work
will include the producing of news packages, VOs, VOSOTs, and
corresponding content for social media and our website- It will
involve the development of live on-air skills, including live
reports- You will work with senior newsroom employees to learn
about the Alexandria market, as well as news issues within the
state of Louisiana AS A PRODUCER: - Compiling stories into rundowns
for our daily or nightly newscasts- Working with anchors to
determine which stories will appear in newscasts- Culling stories
from AP wire, as well as VOD systems for NBC, CBS, and CNN-
Rewriting lead-ins to stories- Inputting graphics and other story
information- Pulling and editing video or photographs *** Please
note, the primary job duties and responsibilities include, but are
not limited to the information listed above ***
Qualifications/Requirements: - Have or are working toward a
bachelor's degree in journalism or communications preferred,
although similar degrees will be considered- Ability to work both
independently and collaboratively- Ability to edit video (or be
trained) on non-linear systems such as Edius- Knowledge of local,
state and national current events, newsmakers, and issues-
Effective on-air performance and strong news judgment- Ability to
conduct in-depth research and pursue stories effectively- Good news
writing and copy-editing ability for all platforms including social
media- Knowledge of libel laws and ethical foundations of
journalism- Maintain professional personal appearance as defined by
KALB-TV management- Ability to work cooperatively with others to
create a sense of teamwork in the presentation of news and other
programming- Ability to think quickly and respond appropriately in
high pressure situations- Valid driver's license with good driving
record- Ability to lift, carry, and maneuver up to 20 pounds-
Ability to work in all weather conditions- Flexibility to work any
assigned shift 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 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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