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NEWSCAST PRODUCER (AM) - KBJR

About Gray Media:

Gray Media, or Gray, is a multimedia company headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia. The company is the nation's largest owner of top-rated local television stations and digital assets serving 113 television markets that collectively reach approximately 36 percent of US television households. The portfolio includes 77 markets with the top-rated television station and 100 markets with the first and/or second-highest-rated television station, as well as the largest Telemundo Affiliate group with 45 markets totaling nearly 1.5 million Hispanic TV Households. The company also owns Gray Digital Media, a full-service digital agency offering national and local clients digital marketing strategies with the most advanced digital products and services. Gray's additional media properties include video production companies Raycom Sports, Tupelo Media Group, and PowerNation Studios, and studio production facilities Assembly Atlanta and Third Rail Studios.

We understand that life needs balance. That is why we offer our employees and eligible family members a comprehensive benefits package, including:

Comprehensive Medical(Rx), Dental, and Vision Coverage
Health Savings Account with Company contributions
Flexible Spending Account
Employer-paid life and disability benefits
Paid parental leave benefits
Adoption and Surrogacy Benefits
401(k) Plan, including matching and profit-sharing contributions
Employee Assistance Program
Voluntary benefits, including Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness, Accident Insurance, and supplemental life insurance coverage
Paid Time Off, including Relocation PTO
Focus on Caring

Salary/Wage:

$19.25 - $20.19/hr. (paid hourly)

Shift and Schedule:

Mon. - Fri. (Midnight - 8:30 am)

Job Type:

Full-Time

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Job Summary/Description:

Are you a news junkie who lives for the rush of a breaking story? Do you have the creative spark to turn a blank rundown into a must-watch morning show? We’re looking for a high-energy, digitally-savvy Morning News Producer to join our flagship team. This is your chance to jumpstart your career at a top-tier station where you won’t just be "learning the ropes"; you’ll be owning the morning conversation across Northern Minnesota and Wisconsin, from the broadcast desk to the streaming screen.

Duties/Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

What You'll Do:

Build the morning buzz: Craft fast-paced, engaging newscasts for both TV and streaming, learning how to pace a show that keeps viewers coming back.
Own your stories: Select the day’s top news and write scripts that are conversational, accurate, and urgent (no "anchor-speak" allowed!).
Visual storytelling: Work with our creative team to order graphics and select video that makes our coverage pop on every screen.
Think multi-platform: Help create exclusive content for our streaming audience, ensuring our news reaches people wherever they are.
Collaborate with the best: Partner with veteran anchors, reporters, and directors who are as passionate about great journalism as you are.
Master the booth: Learn to booth live newscasts with confidence, staying calm and decisive when breaking news hits.
Grow your skills: Stay on top of digital trends and audience habits, constantly finding new ways to make our content more interactive and engaging.

Qualifications/Requirements:

What You Bring:

The Foundation: A Bachelor’s degree in journalism, broadcasting, or a related field (recent grads, this is for you!).
The Drive: You’re a self-starter who is ready to tackle the overnight/early morning lifestyle with a positive attitude.
Digital Fluency: You understand that news happens everywhere on social, web, and streaming, and you know how to talk to those audiences.
Writing Chops: You have strong broadcast writing skills and a sharp eye for detail.
Cool Under Pressure: You thrive in a fast-paced environment and can hit a deadline without breaking a sweat.
Team Player Mentality: You’re ready to pitch in, learn fast, and support your teammates to get the win.
Curiosity: You ask the right questions and have the news judgment to know what the community cares about.

Why This Role Rocks:

Launch Your Career: This is an entry-level role at a flagship station. There’s no better place to build your portfolio and your reputation.
Real Responsibility: You won’t be sitting on the sidelines; you’ll be producing live content that reaches thousands of people every day.
Mentorship & Growth: Work alongside experienced pros who are dedicated to helping you become a world-class producer.
Innovative Culture: We’re leading the way in multi-platform news, and you’ll be at the heart of that evolution.

Ready to start your journey and own the morning? Let’s create something amazing together.

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)

KBJR-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 at every location where 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.

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