ASSIGNMENT EDITOR - KOTA/KEVN
NAB Leadership Foundation, Rapid City, SD, United States
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 U.S. television households. The portfolio includes 77 markets with the top-rated station and 100 markets with the first and/or second highest-rated station, as well as the largest Telemundo Affiliate group with 45 markets totaling nearly 1.5 million Hispanic households. Gray also owns Gray Digital Media, a full‑service digital agency offering national and local clients advanced digital marketing strategies.
About KOTA & KEVN KOTA/KEVN in Rapid City is a station deeply rooted in the community and committed to local journalism. The newsroom is looking for a leader who can juggle multiple tasks and adapt to a constantly changing environment.
Job Summary KOTA/KEVN seeks a newsroom leader with solid news judgment who is the calm in the chaos, evaluating resources, making good decisions, and communicating clearly and effectively under a deadline.
Duties/Responsibilities
Help lead and participate in editorial and planning meetings
Generate and pitch story ideas
Create, gather, develop, confirm, and set up news coverage
Assist in dispatching reporters to breaking news and other coverage assignments
Manage logistics for coverage assignments
Post assignments in the newsroom planning grid, providing specific details and updates for all assignments
Track and communicate the development of news stories and events
Work with broadcast and digital teammates for coordinated coverage, writing and editing stories for both platforms
Work with reporters and producers on story treatment
Develop and maintain news contacts and sources
Keep the newsroom contact list updated
Engage in short and long‑term planning and maintain a planning calendar
Answer telephone calls, emails, and social media messages from the public
Collaborate with network assignment desks and other affiliates via phone and email
Upload and share video and sound with field teams, affiliates, sister stations, and the network
Maintain fleet of vehicles by scheduling repairs, oil changes, and other necessities
Perform other job‑related duties as assigned
Qualifications/Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism, or related field
Valid driver’s license with a good driving record
Excellent communication skills
Demonstrated solid news judgment
Strong research skills, including online research using various search engines
Ability to stay current with national and local news and weather
Advanced knowledge of social media and digital platforms
Knowledge of television market geography and issues
Ability to maintain multiple communication modes and coordinate multiple issues during breaking news and other stressful situations
Ability to work independently with little supervision
Ability to remain positive and foster a positive work environment
Willingness to work flexible hours and work well with coworkers
Maintain strong journalistic ethics and professional conduct in the station and community
Strong initiative and attention to detail
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 nondiscrimination laws in every location where it 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 employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.
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About KOTA & KEVN KOTA/KEVN in Rapid City is a station deeply rooted in the community and committed to local journalism. The newsroom is looking for a leader who can juggle multiple tasks and adapt to a constantly changing environment.
Job Summary KOTA/KEVN seeks a newsroom leader with solid news judgment who is the calm in the chaos, evaluating resources, making good decisions, and communicating clearly and effectively under a deadline.
Duties/Responsibilities
Help lead and participate in editorial and planning meetings
Generate and pitch story ideas
Create, gather, develop, confirm, and set up news coverage
Assist in dispatching reporters to breaking news and other coverage assignments
Manage logistics for coverage assignments
Post assignments in the newsroom planning grid, providing specific details and updates for all assignments
Track and communicate the development of news stories and events
Work with broadcast and digital teammates for coordinated coverage, writing and editing stories for both platforms
Work with reporters and producers on story treatment
Develop and maintain news contacts and sources
Keep the newsroom contact list updated
Engage in short and long‑term planning and maintain a planning calendar
Answer telephone calls, emails, and social media messages from the public
Collaborate with network assignment desks and other affiliates via phone and email
Upload and share video and sound with field teams, affiliates, sister stations, and the network
Maintain fleet of vehicles by scheduling repairs, oil changes, and other necessities
Perform other job‑related duties as assigned
Qualifications/Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism, or related field
Valid driver’s license with a good driving record
Excellent communication skills
Demonstrated solid news judgment
Strong research skills, including online research using various search engines
Ability to stay current with national and local news and weather
Advanced knowledge of social media and digital platforms
Knowledge of television market geography and issues
Ability to maintain multiple communication modes and coordinate multiple issues during breaking news and other stressful situations
Ability to work independently with little supervision
Ability to remain positive and foster a positive work environment
Willingness to work flexible hours and work well with coworkers
Maintain strong journalistic ethics and professional conduct in the station and community
Strong initiative and attention to detail
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 nondiscrimination laws in every location where it 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 employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.
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