Managing Editor jobs in Alaska

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 KTUU:

Alaska's News Source has a reputation of excellence as the state's most-watched news source, producing 32 hours of broadcast news, weather, and sports content each week on KTUU-TV/Channel 2 and KYES/Channel 5 in Anchorage as well as KATH and KYEX in Southeast Alaska. Strong reach and brand loyalty are augmented by added broadcast distribution to more than 200 rural communities throughout the state via ARCS-TV, Alaska's rural communications service. A leader in digital content, AlaskasNewSource.com offers breaking news and statewide community coverage. Our News and Weather Apps, podcasts, and streaming content offered through Connected TV platforms reach audiences far beyond broadcast. Our mission is "To Tell Alaska's Story," and we strive to consistently distinguish ourselves as Alaska's preferred source for news, information, and community service.

Job Summary/Description:

The Managing Editor is a critical member of the news leadership team, responsible for fact-checking and copy-editing reporter scripts for broadcast and digital platforms, as well as assisting with the generation of news content across all platforms. The Managing Editor is focused on accuracy, ethical reporting, adherance to deadlines and the professional development of all reporters/writers on staff. The top candidate for this role is an experienced broadcast journalist and proven newsroom leader who is comfortable and effective at driving daily newsroom content with a constant commitment to excellence. The shift of the Managing Editor is M-F 1:30p-10:30p.

Duties/Responsibilities include, but not limited to:

* Responsible for fact-checking and copy-editing broadcast and digital copy
* Enforcing reporter deadlines for digital and broadcast
* Generating story ideas for coverage
* Reviewing video and written content for adherence to journalistic standards
* Participates in daily editorial and planning Meetings
* Mentors reporters to encourage journalistic growth and professional development

Qualifications/Requirements:

* 10 years of broadcast journalism experience (previous Anchoring/Reporting is a plus)
* Bachelor's degree in Journalism or Communications (or equivalent)
* Excellent writing skills and knowledge of AP Stylebook
* Self-driven with a commitment to excellence and the ability to excel on an award-winning team
* Clear understanding and adherence to journalistic ethics
* Must be willing to work on weekends, holidays, and alternate schedules for breaking news or
PTO cover, as needed

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)

KTUU-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.