KGMB (CBS), KHNL (NBC), and K5 are seeking a Producer. 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 be a self-starter, with good organizational skills and must be able to deliver energetic newscasts and engaging stories on all platforms under tight, pressure-packed deadlines. This includes a leading presence on Facebook, Twitter, hawaiinewsnow.com, as well as Instagram.
Duties/Responsibilities (but not limited to) the following:
- The successful candidate will also produce a variety of newscasts.
- We are looking for candidates with experience as a line producer in a competitive news market, including working with anchors, LIVE reporters, and directors.
- Candidates must be great writers and communicators, and should have natural leadership skills.
- Candidates must be able to sift through complicated issues and provide clarity to viewers and web users.
- 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 break events will continue to move this newscast forward.
- Multi-tasking is key as you will be juggling many things at once. The successful candidate will be required to post stories to the station website and all social media platforms.
Qualifications/Requirements:
- Experience with ENPS and Edius editing is a plus.
- Experience producing special reports and breaking news will put a candidate ahead of others.
- A college degree in journalism or related experience is required.
- Must be able to work extra hours, holidays, etc.
- Must have a valid driver’s license.
If you feel you’re qualified and want to work with a great group of people, go to https://gray.tv/careers#
(Current employees who are interested in this position can apply through the Gray-TV UltiPro self-service portal)
KHNL-TV/Gray Media is a drug-free company
Gray Media, or Gray, is a multimedia company headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, formally known as Gray Television, Inc. The company is the nation’s largest owner of top-rated local television stations and digital assets serving 113 television markets that collectively reach approximately 36 percent of US television households. The portfolio includes 77 markets with the top-rated television station and 100 markets with the first and/or second-highest-rated television station, as well as the largest Telemundo Affiliate group with 45 markets totaling nearly 1.5 million Hispanic TV Households. The company also owns Gray Digital Media, a full-service digital agency offering national and local clients digital marketing strategies with the most advanced digital products and services. Gray’s additional media properties include video production companies Raycom Sports, Tupelo Media Group, and PowerNation Studios, and studio production facilities Assembly Atlanta and Third Rail Studios.
We understand that life needs balance. That is why we offer our employees and eligible family members a comprehensive benefits package, including:
- Comprehensive Medical(Rx), Dental, and Vision Coverage
- Health Savings Account with Company contributions
- Flexible Spending Account
- Employer-paid life and disability benefits
- Paid parental leave benefits
- Adoption and Surrogacy Benefits
- 401(k) Plan, including matching and profit-sharing contributions
- Employee Assistance Program
- Voluntary benefits, including Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness, Accident Insurance, and supplemental life insurance coverage
- Paid Time Off, including Relocation PTO
- Focus on Caring
Salary/Wage: $40,000 – $60,000/yr (DOE)
Shift and Schedule: Schedule Varies
Job Type: Full-Time