• Job Description

  Req#: MMJAN009357

  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 KPLC:

  KPLC is located in beautiful Lake Charles, Louisiana. Situated along Lake Charles and the Calcasieu River, Lake Charles is known for its industry, booming economy, and culture. Lake Charles is the fifth-largest city in Louisiana. KPLC began broadcasting in the summer of 1954 and is consistently one of the nation's most innovative and most-watched television stations, ranking among the top 5 Nielsen-rated stations nationally throughout the year.

  Job Summary/Description:

  KPLC-TV in Lake Charles seeks a motivated and dynamic MMJ and Anchor to join our news team. Successful candidate must be a proven leader who is motivated and passionate about storytelling. Ideal candidate must be an effective communicator who excels in reporting. The ability to cultivate sources and produce enterprise stories is a must. Applicant must have a love for local news, a passion for creative storytelling, and a positive attitude.

  Duties/Responsibilities included (but are not limited to):

  - Generating own story ideas
  - Set up own interviews, shoot and edit stories
  - Write broadcast and digital versions of stories
  - Maintain professional social media accounts
  - Assist producers in showcasing stories
  - Anchor at least one 30-minute newscast per weekday

  Qualifications/Requirements:

  - Candidate must possess strong live reporting skills and be driven by breaking news
  - Must be proficient on all digital platforms and meet mandated social media goals outlined by management.
  - Driving is required for this position
  - College degree in Journalism or a related field is required
  - MVR is required

  Qualified, interested applicants may 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)

  KPLC-TV/Gray Television, 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, and 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 prior by the first workday.

  Qualifications

  Licenses & Certifications

  Required

  Drivers License

• About the company

  Gray Television, Inc. is an American publicly traded television broadcasting company based in Atlanta, Georgia.

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