Gray Television, Inc. is hiring: EXECUTIVE NEWS PRODUCER (AM) - WLBT in Jackson

Overview

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. The portfolio includes Gray Digital Media and various media properties. About WLBT: WLBT is Mississippi's flagship station and the dominant #1 local TV and digital media in Central Mississippi. We are an NBC affiliate that consistently produces award-winning local news coverage.

Jackson, MS, is a market with a 24-county DMA. It is Mississippi's largest TV market and state capital, offering museums, universities, and major medical facilities. The area features outdoor opportunities, proximity to Gulf Coast beaches, and access to major cities. More information on WLBT – Jackson, MS: the YouTube link is provided in the original posting.

Job Summary/Description

WLBT in Jackson, Mississippi, is looking for a creative, inspirational leader to oversee our morning news coverage. In this position, you would be just one step away from being a News Director, as four of our last five AM Executive Producers have held that title. You will oversee 5 hours of daily content and supervise a staff of 11 people. You will need sound editorial judgment and excellent managerial and people skills. If you are ready to be a newsroom leader, we would love to hear from you.

Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Oversee 5 hours of daily television news content
• Establish and execute the vision and mission for each newscast
• Manage a staff of 11 associates
• Coach and mentor the morning team, including 5 producers

Qualifications/Requirements

• Journalism or Communications-related degree
• Equivalent military or work experience
• Experience as an accomplished Television News Producer

If you feel you’re qualified and want to work with a great group of people, go to the Gray TV careers page at https://gray.tv/careers#currentopenings; you may type in the job title, station call letters, or click on "apply now", then 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.

WLBT-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.

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