SPORTS MMJ (P/T) - WFSB

Job Category:News Requisition Number:SPORT011364

Posting Details

• Posted:July 2, 2024

• Part-Time

• Locations

  WFSB 333 Capital Blvd Rocky Hill, CT 06067

Job Details

Description

About Gray Television:

Gray Television is a leading media company that owns and operates high-quality stations in 113 television markets that collectively reach 36 percent of US television households.

We constantly strive for excellence. By upgrading to the latest technology and seeking new ways to stay on top in our markets, we focus on training and developing the best and brightest employees in the business.

About WFSB:

WFSB in Connecticut provides the community with the dominant #1 rated local award-winning local news, dedicated community service, and effective marketing solutions for area businesses. WFSB Channel 3 Eyewitness News is everywhere. We're Connecticut's #1 source for the latest weather including Connecticut's only LIVE Doppler radar, breaking news, traffic, and all the info you need to make it through your day.

Job Summary/Description:

WFSB is searching for apart-timeMMJ/Reporter to cover local sports. The MMJ/Reporter will shoot, write, edit, and present stories for live and recorded broadcasts and streaming as well as publish content on digital and social platforms.

Please note- primary job responsibilities include, but are not limited to the duties listed above

Qualifications/Requirements:

Minimum 2-years of experience covering news and/or sports. Must be proficient in digital news gathering and able to publish content on all traditional, digital, and social platforms. Experience in live and recorded on-air and streaming covering is required. Must haves: strong writing and organizational skills, enjoy a fast paced environment, ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.

If you feel youre qualified and want to work with a great group of people go tohttps://gray.tv/careers#currentopenings{rel="noopener" target="_blank"}, 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 theGray-TV UltiPro self-service portal)

WFSB-TV/Gray Television, Inc. is a drug-free company

Additional Info:

Gray Television 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 Television 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 Television 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 Grays employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.

Gray Television encourages all new employees to be fully vaccinated against the coronavirus before the first workday.

Qualifications

Experience

Preferred

2 years:

experience covering news and/or sports.

Licenses and Certifications

Required

Drivers License