Category: Media - Journalism - Newspaper Position/Title: VIDEO JOURNALIST/PHOTOGRAPHER - KKCO Details: About Gray Media:

Gray Media 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. Through upgrading to the latest technology and seeking new ways to stay on top in our markets, we focus on training and development of the best and brightest employees in the business.

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:

$18.00/hr.

Shift and Schedule:

At Manager's Discretion

Job Type:

Full-Time

About KKCO:

KKCO 11 News is the news leader in the Grand Junction market. The largest city between Salt Lake and Denver, our outdoor recreation and mild climate draw people from across the country here. Our area sees all four seasons and you can ski and golf on the same day during certain parts of the year. Home to the Grand Junction Rockies and a huge summer country music festival, Grand Junction is a perfect community where residents enjoy the best of the outdoors and all the area has to offer. Our station has a history in our communities as being not only the news leader but a community partner. Our focus on digital allows us to reach far beyond our broadcast signal, to communities in southern Colorado and eastern Utah.

Job Summary/Description:

KKCO/KJCT, the strong #1 station in the Grand Junction/Montrose market, is looking for a video journalist with a passion for storytelling to join our team. This position requires solid reporting on all types of daily news stories with an emphasis on accuracy and quality. Responsible for daily news photography and videotape editing in addition to publishing to digital platforms. Our Number 1 TV station needs a strong individual to generate revenue through advertising sales by servicing existing clients and creating new advertisers.

Duties/Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

A proven track record of finding unique stories Edit video on a deadline, working with the Producer towards a creative and informative newscast with emphasis on the viewers' interests Coordinate the writing and editing of scripts that incorporate video, nat sound, and graphics to enhance storytelling Coordinate live shots Engaging with the audience on social media platforms Shooting video on professional cameras for broadcast Posting content to digital platforms, to include the station s site as well as social media Appear at station-sponsored events and promote station/brand Willingness to work weekends/holidays and non-business hour shifts Work under pressure and deadlines Adapt to breaking news and developing stories Communicate with anchors, field crews, and control room staff Other Duties as Assigned

Qualifications/Requirements:

Great communication and people skills Strong organizational, written, and presentation skills Competitive, energetic, and self-starter with a willingness to learn Enjoy a fast-paced environment with a desire to win Professional appearance a must Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments, and handle multiple tasks simultaneously Bachelor's Degree in Journalism or a related field is desired Must keep up on local, state national and international events Organized; able to work with many personality types Must work individually as well as part of a team; requires work with many personalities This position requires someone who can exercise discretion, and best judgment, and has solid journalistic/ethical skills