Director - Stage, Motion Pictures, Television jobs in Columbus, GA

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. 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.

About WTVM:

WTVM-TV became the first television station on the air in Columbus, Georgia on October 6, 1953. WTVM continues to be the News Leader in the Columbus television market. The DMA stretches across the state line into portions of east Alabama and Auburn University. With a staff of 40 news professionals, we broadcast more than 4 hours of news each day on WTVM and provide news for WXTX, the area's FOX affiliate & WLTZ, the area's NBC affiliate.

Job Summary/Description:

WTVM-TV is searching for a producer to discover, create and distribute content across our stations various digital platforms. The ideal candidate will be able to embrace a multi-platform workflow within a dynamic newsroom setting.

Duties/Responsibilities include, but not limited to:

- Write original stories for the station's digital platforms.
- Co-produce content with newsroom employees across multiple platforms.
- Use digital metrics and analytics to adjust and maximize newsroom digital strategies.
- Monitor and produce content on the station's website, apps and social media pages.
- Edit video and photos for digital stories.
- Collaborate with newsroom employees to create the best user experience for station viewers.

Qualifications/Requirements:

- Bachelor's degree in Journalism, English, or related field.
- Demonstrated mastery of digital and social media strategy.
- Excellent time management skills and an ability to prioritize tasks and information under pressure are required.
- Must be able to work independently and as part of a team.
- Must have scheduling flexibility.

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)

WTVM-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 Gray’s 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 virus before the first workday.