Louisiana Association of Broadcasters

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About Gray Television:

Gray Television supports local community interests by providing quality television broadcasting and exceptional service in each market we serve. Gray owns and/or operates television stations and leading digital properties in 93 television markets including the first or second highest rated television station in 85 markets. We are an unmatched broadcast pioneer that keeps getting bigger and better.

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.  With a station based in Mid-City New Orleans, WVUE employees work, live and play inone of the nation’s most vibrant and unique cities.

Job Summary/Description:

-Reporter will be responsible for live shots, writing and posting multiple stories daily for broadcast as well as all of FOX 8’s multimedia platforms under tight deadlines.
-Must also be strong at managing breaking news and severe weather coverage, and be able to make sound split-second decisions during live broadcasts.
-Strong skills in posting to the web, working with social media, and gathering of user generated content are important.
-Knowledge of ENPS preferred.

Qualifications/Requirements:

-2-3 years of experience as a television reporter in a top 125 market
-BS/BA in Journalism/Communications or equivalent background
-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.
-Must be willing to work in New Orleans, LA
-If you want to be a part of an award winning aggressive newsroom that makes a difference in their community, apply online and attach resume and links to your work.  Pre-employment drug test required. No phone calls please.

▶ If you feel you’re qualified, want to work with a great group of people, please apply online at https://gray.tv/careers#currentopenings search for station call letters and attach your resume

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.
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