DIGITAL ANCHOR / PRODUCER - WTVG Job at Gray Television in Toledo

About Gray Media

Gray Media, or Gray, is a multimedia company headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, formally known as Gray Television, Inc. 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 43 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.

About WTVG

For almost 70 years, 13abc has been part of the community in NW-Ohio and SE-Michigan. Being called a leader in the industry is a responsibility and commitment we take seriously. Providing breaking news of the day and keeping our viewers informed before, during, and after severe weather is our commitment day in and day out. Reaching beyond the traditional news of the day, 13abc is humbled to be the media partner for several events throughout the year benefiting the community we call home. If you are looking for a place to begin your career, find an opportunity to make a change, or challenge your skills, the award-winning team of 13abc could be the perfect home for you, too.

Job Summary / Description

WTVG 13abc is seeking a creative Digital Anchor / Producer to assist in bringing local news to Northwest Ohio and Southeast Michigan online and on social media. This position is a combination of digital producing and presentation of news on our streaming and social media platforms. The position includes, but is not limited to : writing stories on 13abc.com and 13abc social media platforms, anchoring streaming presentations on our OTT platform, and assisting in the development, planning, and execution of digital strategies designed to increase page views and engagement, under the supervision of the Digital Content Manager.

Duties / Responsibilities

• Generate, gather, and provide news and information in the most accurate, appealing, timely, and creative way.
• Daily presentation of news and information on WTVG streaming platforms.
• Updating the station’s website and social media with news stories throughout the day.
• Maintaining a high quality of content with accurate, error-free reporting.
• Working with Digital Content Manager and other Digital Content Producers to craft and maintain a station voice across platforms.
• Assisting with the creation and implementation of digital strategies and projects that may span multiple weeks or months.
• Creation of digital assets, including video, photo galleries, live video streams, and other multimedia, to enhance stories.

Qualifications / Requirements

Candidates must exhibit a strong work ethic, excellent people skills, and maintain a professional attitude at all times. Hours, shifts, and responsibilities are flexible and are subject to change at the News Director's discretion.

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)

WTVG-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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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