Telemundolubbock is hiring: SPANISH LANGUAGE PRODUCER/ANCHOR - KCBD in Lubbock

Overview 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, PowerNation Studios, and studio production facilities Assembly Atlanta and Third Rail Studios. About KCBD: Telemundo Lubbock delivers the only Spanish-language TV newscast in the market. Telemundo Lubbock and KCBD NewsChannel 11 make up the dominant media operation in West Texas. Our station is committed to excellent journalism and innovation across all platforms, producing and airing more than 50 hours of original local news each week. Gray Local Media has significantly invested in and expanded news at Telemundo stations across the nation. Combined with Telemundo Lubbock's decades-long history of delivering news, this is a prime spot to cover news and serve our community. Our award-winning newsroom is welcoming and collaborative, offering the training, support, and culture for creative journalists to thrive and grow. We are here to build you up while you learn, working alongside many seasoned industry veterans. Lubbock is a fast-growing metro of 325,000+, with a strong, stable economy and low cost of living. There is always something to do, including Big 12 Athletics, museums and art galleries, live music and entertainment, and many athletic and leisure activities. Job Summary/Description: Telemundo Lubbock is looking for a hard-working, creative, and energetic Spanish-language producer/anchor to join our team. This is a full-time position. Duties/Responsibilities: Produce television newscasts Prepare and anchor weather segments live during newscasts Fact check, gather information Conduct interviews Edit video Communicate with the newsroom Be a team player Qualifications/Requirements: Empathy for others. A team-builder, with a dedication to collaboration and getting it right while serving our community. Must have a strong command of the Spanish language and ability to translate from English to Spanish Degree in journalism/communications/English or equivalent background preferred Must be capable of writing and producing pre-planned and breaking news coverage Knowledge of video editing Understanding of video sequencing and visual storytelling Some newsroom experience preferred Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments, and handle multiple tasks simultaneously Availability to work various hours as breaking news or special events warrant, but understand we have a sizeable staff to spread across all dayparts MVR check required How to apply: You may visit the Gray Careers page to apply and upload your resume, cover letter, and references. Current employees can apply through the Gray-TV UltiPro self-service portal. Additional Information: 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. Licenses & Certifications: 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr