What are the responsibilities and job description for the PHOTOJOURNALIST/EDITOR (P/T) - KHNL position at Gray Television?
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 KHNL:
KGMB (CBS), KHNL (NBC) and K5 collectively make up Hawaii News Now, the state's dominant multimedia news organization with the largest digital news footprint in the islands. The station is an award-winning station, rich with tradition and a history of earning National and Regional Murrow Awards as well as Emmy Awards and recognition of excellence. HNN's parent company is Gray TV, a leading digital media and broadcasting company. Located in beautiful Honolulu, Hawaii, Hawaii News Now also provides diverse sub-channels such as Telemundo, Antenna TV, Grit TV, This TV, Escape and Bounce TV. If you love culture, diversity and the aloha spirit, it's all here for you.
Job Summary/Description:
KGMB (CBS), KHNL (NBC) and K5 is seeking a part-time Photojournalist. Hawaii News Now is the state's dominant multimedia news organization. This person must be able to thrive in a fast-paced, constantly changing environment. The successful candidate must have strong video photography skills. Experience with LIVEU and microwave live trucks is a plus. This includes a "digital first" mindset with a leading presence on Facebook, Twitter, hawaiinewsnow.com as well as Instagram.
Duties/Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- The successful candidate must have a strong eye for video storytelling.
- We are looking for candidates who have advanced knowledge of photojournalism.
- Candidates must be a great communicator and should have natural leadership skills.
- Candidates must be able to sift through complicated issues and provide clarity to viewers and digital news consumers.
- Newscasts are fast paced, “Happening Now” newscasts, filled with LIVE reports and breaking news from anywhere.
- Adjusting to situations is key and thinking uniquely to breaking events to contribute as needed.
- Multi-tasking is key as you will be juggling many things at once.
Qualifications/Requirements:
- Experience with ENPS and Edius editing is a plus.
- LIVEU experience and microwave truck experience is a plus!
- Strong photography skills and knowledge of Hawaii.
- College degree in journalism or related experience is required.
- Must be able to work extra hours, holidays, etc.
- Must have a valid driver license.
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", upload your cover letter, resume, and references
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.
