Gray Media is hiring: EXECUTIVE NEWS PRODUCER - WBNG in Prairie Village

About Gray Media 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 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 45 markets totaling nearly 1.5 million Hispanic TV households. Gray also owns Gray Digital Media, a full‑service digital agency, as well as video production companies Raycom Sports, Tupelo Media Group, and PowerNation Studios, and studio production facilities Assembly Atlanta and Third Rail Studios. About WBNG WBNG is the CBS affiliate in Binghamton, NY, also carrying the subchannels of The CW, MeTV, Court TV, Grit, and Outlaw. For over 75 years, WBNG has been a pioneer for new technology and the pinnacle of breaking news coverage. Job Summary/Description WBNG‑TV, the CBS affiliate in Binghamton, New York, is searching for a veteran producer to lead our 12 News team and guide our newsroom beyond traditional broadcast news. This senior position functions as the literal hub of our news organization, serving as the primary editorial decision maker for our TV, web, mobile, and social networking platforms. The Executive Producer will directly oversee and maintain close contact with all involved in our news gathering and delivery processes, weigh the full editorial potential of every story, and make immediate decisions on how it will be disseminated across the appropriate platforms. We are looking for a creative thinker to produce visually exciting and informative newscasts every day. Your passion for storytelling, skill in showcasing stories, creating new content between each newscast, and providing engaging and relevant content to both linear and digital platforms are a must in this fast‑paced environment. You will also mentor producers and multimedia journalists. Primary job duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the information listed above. Benefits We understand that life needs balance. That is why we offer our employees and eligible family members a comprehensive benefits package, including: Comprehensive Medical (Rx), Dental, and Vision Coverage Health Savings Account with Company contributions Flexible Spending Account Employer‑paid life and disability benefits Paid parental leave benefits Adoption and Surrogacy Benefits 401(k) Plan, including matching and profit‑sharing contributions Employee Assistance Program Voluntary benefits, including Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness, Accident Insurance, and supplemental life insurance coverage Paid Time Off, including Relocation PTO Focus on Caring Salary/Wage $19.50 - $21.00/hr. Shift and Schedule Flexible Job Type Full‑Time Qualifications/Requirements Qualified applicants should have strong writing skills, solid news judgment, the ability to make quick decisions, and a competitive nature. You need to be able to adapt to the ever‑changing world of a deadline‑driven newsroom and adjust to flexible schedules. A college degree and at least 2 years of experience producing in an aggressive newsroom are preferred. Additional Info 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. WBNG‑TV/Gray Media is a drug‑free company. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr