WBNG-TV is hiring: MULTIMEDIA JOURNALIST - WOWT in Omaha

Gray Media, or Gray, is a multimedia company headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, formerly 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, collectively reaching approximately 36 percent of US television households. The portfolio includes the top-rated television station in 77 markets and the first and/or second-highest-rated station in 100 markets, along with the largest Telemundo Affiliate group with 43 markets, totaling nearly 1.5 million Hispanic TV households. Gray also owns Gray Digital Media, a full-service digital agency offering digital marketing strategies with advanced digital products and services. Additional media properties include Raycom Sports, Tupelo Media Group, PowerNation Studios, Assembly Atlanta, and Third Rail Studios.

About WOWT:

WOWT boasts a modern facility with state-of-the-art technology, providing award-winning local news coverage, community service, and marketing solutions for area businesses. Omaha, a progressive city in the Midwest, features attractions like the Henry Doorly Zoo, NCAA Men’s College World Series, revitalized riverfront, and Historic Old Market.

Job Summary/Description:

Gray Local Media seeks a multi-media journalist for our 6 pm newscast, passionate about news, especially breaking and investigative stories. The MMJ will shoot, write, and edit content for broadcast on air and online.

Duties/Responsibilities include:

1. Reporting
2. Shooting video as needed
3. Writing and editing
4. Posting stories online
5. Managing content on social media platforms

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in communication, journalism, or related field
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Energetic, competitive, self-starter
• Strong writing skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines
• Valid driver’s license with a good driving record

If qualified and interested, apply at https://gray.tv/careers#currentopenings. Type the job title or station call letters, click 'apply now,' and upload your resume, cover letter, and references. Current employees should apply through the Gray-TV UltiPro portal.

WOWT-TV/Gray Media is a drug-free workplace. Gray Media is an equal opportunity employer, providing employment without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. We comply with all applicable laws and prohibit workplace harassment. We encourage all new employees to be vaccinated against COVID-19 before their first day.

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