MOTION GRAPHIC ARTIST - WNEM

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 WNEM:

At WNEM, it is our job and inherent desire to be the best local television station in the Mid- Michigan market and the #1 digital platform across the state, region and the country. We are committed to the highest standards of excellence in our local news, entertainment, information and public service programming.

We have the top-rated news station plus broadcast website. We are a midsize market with opportunity to grow. We are a self-starting team driven for success with unique selling opportunities for a creative seller. Essential to that effort is a foundation of honesty and integrity — qualities which help us earn and build trust with our viewers, co-workers and business partners.

Job Summary/Description:

WNEM-TV is recruiting for a Motion Graphic Artist (or Graphic Artist/Video Editor). The ideal candidate is experienced, driven, and has the aptitude to make projects come alive. You will have the opportunity to work on a wide range of projects including news, marketing, commercial, and web content. You will also be encouraged to contribute during the pre-production process with conceptualization and script writing and the production process on shoot days. You will collaborate in a friendly and professional manner with coworkers, clients, and vendors.

Duties/Responsibilities include, but not limited to:

• Work closely with the News, Sales & Marketing, and our clients to create effective 2D static and motion graphics for all platforms.
• Design graphic elements for use on-air, online, and social media as well as merchandise and print materials.
• Conceptualize, write, produce, and/or edit video content for news/web/clients.

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Experienced with Adobe Creative Suite: Premiere, Photoshop
• Proven experience as a graphic artist and editor
• Experience editing long form videos
• Ability to prioritize and address multiple projects with varying production timelines
• Ability to write/edit ad copy
• Basic videography skills
• Positive and a team player
• Highly motivated self-starter
• Valid driver's license is required

Interested applicants can, go to https://gray.tv/careers#currentopenings, you may type in the job title, station call letters, or click on "apply now", we encourage you to upload your resume and cover letter.

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, and 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.

Licenses & Certifications

• Drivers License

Behaviors

• Team Player: Works well as a member of a group

Motivations

• Self-Starter: Inspired to perform without outside help