KSLA-TV
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 KSLA:
KSLA News 12 is the aggressive, National Edward R. Murrow award-winning CBS affiliate serving the region known as the ArkLaTex. The station is the market’s leader in timely and accurate reporting of breaking news, investigative journalism, award-winning storytelling and First Alert Weather. KSLA News 12 serves its community on all on-air, digital and mobile platforms embracing the innovation of the industry. In the center of the ArkLaTex is the Shreveport/Bossier City metroplex where the best of Louisiana, Texas and Arkansas culture is combined to create a vibrant and comfortable lifestyle.
Job Summary/Description:
KSLA NEWS 12 in Shreveport has an important broadcast news producer position to fill. The candidate must be able to work in a highly functioning, experienced, talented newsroom. Candidate must be an excellent writer for all multi-platform content. Creative, aggressive producer who can tell impactful stories and enhance our award winning team’s enterprise content.
Primary job duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Must be strong at managing breaking news and severe weather coverage, and be able to make sound split-second decisions during live broadcasts.
Strong skills working with social media, and gathering news worthy content from local agencies.
Must be able to think strategically from the producer chair daily, as well as motivate your team to execute your vision.
Knowledge of ENPS preferred.
Qualifications/Requirements:
2 – 3 years of experience as a television producer.
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.
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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