Gray Media · 2 months ago
DIGITAL NEWS CONTENT PRODUCER - WVLT
Knoxville, TN
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry LevelGray Media is a multimedia company headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, and they are seeking a Digital News Content Producer for their WVLT station in Knoxville, Tennessee. The ideal candidate will shoot and edit videos for news events, manage real-time content distribution, and collaborate with the digital team to create engaging news content across various platforms.
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Responsibilities
Work quickly to send out breaking news, weather, and traffic alerts, including push notifications, social media updates, and web stories that are updated as news develops
Collaborate with members of the digital team and the newsroom to create news content that meets our high standards
Post to our online and social media platforms using digital publishing tools, video editing software, and other resources
Create innovative and user-friendly elements inside of articles for consumption across our platforms, including photo galleries, interactive charts, and other embedded content
Write engaging digital headlines & compelling posts on social media
Working closely with the digital team, producers, reporters, and anchors to drive all things digital content
Assist the Digital Content Manager in implementing Digital Initiatives
Shoot and edit news stories in a compelling and brand-focused way
The position helps maintain the operating function of the editing and archive system
Coordinate photography hardware setup, operate, and maintain equipment
Edit and ingest news video from networks and other sources for broadcast
Writing AP Style stories for publication on the WVLT website
Must be able to utilize non-linear editing equipment on a daily basis
Communicate with reporters, writers, and producers on video needs for news stories
Respond to breaking news or urgent newsroom situations
Required to observe all safety regulations in-house
Communicate with the web staff during breaking news
Explore ways to increase visual content on the website
Qualification
Required
Attention to detail and willingness to learn new technology are imperative
Must have the ability to work various shifts
Valid driver's License and able to complete the MVR process successfully
Must be able to operate high-tech multimedia equipment
Capable of gathering information and conducting interviews when necessary
Computer literacy required
Must be able to work well under pressure with limited supervision and daily deadlines
Associate or Bachelor's degree in Journalism, Film, or Communications
Familiarity with social media platforms, including but not limited to: Facebook, Instagram, Twitter/X, Threads, Bluesky, TikTok, YouTube
Strong editing and shooting skills, along with good news-gathering skills
Excellent communication skills and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced newsroom environment
Ability to work well with others in a team-oriented environment
Self-starter with the ability to follow through on projects until completion
Attention to detail, along with the ability to work effectively under tight deadlines
Strong news judgment and an understanding of Search Engine Optimization (SEO)
Preferred
Prior work with CMS, video editing, social media, and writing is preferred but not required
Company
Gray Media
Gray Media is a broadcast company that owns and operates television stations in 31 markets across the country.
Founded in 1897
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$2.4B2025-12-08Post Ipo Debt· $250M
2025-07-08Post Ipo Debt· $900M
2024-05-23Post Ipo Debt· $1.25B
Leadership Team
Alan Gould
Vice President of Investor Relations
James Finch
VP Of News Services
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