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DIGITAL NEWS CONTENT PRODUCER - WVLT

Gray Television, Inc, Knoxville, TN, United States


Job Summary/Description: The ideal candidate will shoot and edit videos of various news events and be responsible for capturing the visuals of news stories and editing all forms of media for our daily news broadcasts and digital platforms. You will be the first line of real‑time content distribution for the Newsroom. Must be a strong writer who can get content out quickly. You will have the opportunity to focus on breaking news in a fast‑paced environment as well as enterprise digital reporting. Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills are needed. If you have an eye for powerful pictures and an ear for great sound, this is the job for you. A strong digital news candidate is someone who is passionate about delivering a quality news product through online platforms.

Duties/Responsibilities:

Work quickly to send out breaking news, weather, and traffic alerts, including push notifications, social media updates, and web stories that are updated as news develops

Collaborate with members of the digital team and the newsroom to create news content that meets our high standards

Post to our online and social media platforms using digital publishing tools, video editing software, and other resources

Create innovative and user‑friendly elements inside of articles for consumption across our platforms, including photo galleries, interactive charts, and other embedded content

Write engaging digital headlines & compelling posts on social media

Working closely with the digital team, producers, reporters, and anchors to drive all things digital content

Assist the Digital Content Manager in implementing Digital Initiatives

Shoot and edit news stories in a compelling and brand‑focused way.

The position helps maintain the operating function of the editing and archive system.

Coordinate photography hardware setup, operate, and maintain equipment.

Edit and ingest news video from networks and other sources for broadcast

Writing AP Style stories for publication on the WVLT website

Must be able to utilize non‑linear editing equipment on a daily basis

Communicate with reporters, writers, and producers on video needs for news stories

Respond to breaking news or urgent newsroom situations

Required to observe all safety regulations in‑house

Communicate with the web staff during breaking news

Explore ways to increase visual content on the website

Qualifications/Requirements:

Attention to detail and willingness to learn new technology are imperative

Must have the ability to work various shifts.

Valid driver's License and able to complete the MVR process successfully.

Prior work with CMS, video editing, social media, and writing is preferred but not required.

Must be able to operate high‑tech multimedia equipment

Capable of gathering information and conducting interviews when necessary

Computer literacy required

Must be able to work well under pressure with limited supervision and daily deadlines

Associate or Bachelor's degree in Journalism, Film, or Communications

Familiarity with social media platforms, including but not limited to: Facebook, Instagram, Twitter/X, Threads, Bluesky, TikTok, YouTube

Strong editing and shooting skills, along with good news‑gathering skills

Excellent communication skills and the ability to thrive in a fast‑paced newsroom environment

Ability to work well with others in a team‑oriented environment

Self‑starter with the ability to follow through on projects until completion

Attention to detail, along with the ability to work effectively under tight deadlines

Strong news judgment and an understanding of Search Engine Optimization (SEO)

If you feel you’re qualified and want to work with a great group of people, go to , 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 )

WVLT-TV/Gray Media is a drug‑free company

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