Website Gray Television - WVUE FOX 8
Weather Authority
Description
About Gray Television:
Gray Television is a leading media company that owns and operates high-quality stations in 101 television markets. Upon closing pending transaction, Gray will own television stations serving 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 WVUE:
WVUE- FOX 8 in New Orleans is the #1 rated News station in the competitive New Orleans Market. FOX 8 is committed to providing in-depth investigative stories that affect change, hold the powerful accountable, and shine a light on public corruption. FOX 8 recognizes the responsibility of keeping the viewing public safe and informed about the world around them delivering all the news, information and entertainment viewers want and need to know. With this mission in mind, FOX 8 is committed to serving as the Weather Authority for Southeast Louisiana and Southwest Mississippi and continues to lead in the field of investigative journalism. Fox 8 is committed to innovation and continued evolution in the use of existing technology producing roughly 60 hours of news and locally originated programming per week.
Job Summary/Description:
WVUE, FOX 8 in New Orleans is looking for creative, aggressive and visual Photojournalist to join our award-winning news team. This is a unique opportunity to work in one of America’s most exciting cities and a great news town. If you have an eye for powerful pictures and an ear for great sound, this is the job for you.
The successful candidate will be responsible for (but not limited to) the following:
– Responsible for gathering video, sound and stills for all FOX 8 multimedia platforms
– Edit video and sound for all multimedia platforms
– You will be responsible for maintaining assigned gear
– Operating ENG trucks and bonded cellular live devices (Live U)
– Post on all FOX 8 digital platforms
– Use Skype/other mobile live devices
– Drive a company vehicle and any other duties as assigned.
Qualifications/Requirements:
Experience: Minimum 1-2 years news photography. Flexible work hours required, must be willing and able to work a variety of shifts including but not limited to: mornings, afternoons, evenings, late nights, holidays, weekends and possible overtime hours. Strong analytical and problem solving skills needed, writing skills a plus. Pre-employment drug test required. No phone calls please. EOE-M/F/D/V
Qualified candidates please apply online at https://gray.tv/careers#currentopening attach your resume, cover letter, and links to your work, you may type in the job title, station call letters, or click on “apply now”
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.
As a condition of employment, Gray Television will require that newly hired employees, whether part-time or full-time, be fully vaccinated against the coronavirus by the first workday to the extent permitted by applicable law unless you qualify for a medical or religious accommodation.
To apply for this job please visit gray.tv.