Gray Media:

Gray Media 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. 

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:

$18.00/hr.

Shift and Schedule:

Mon. - Fri. (9:30 am - 6:30 am)

Job Type:

Full-Time

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Job Summary/Description:

First Alert 7 - the top-rated, long-time news leader in Odessa-Midland, TX - is looking for an Assignments Manager to join our news team. Producing a 30-minute newscast daily is part of the job opportunity, as well as managing reporters and stories throughout the day. This is a mid-level management position for someone looking to grow management skills. This position pays $18.00/hr.

Duties/Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: 

- Select and report daily on stories happening around West Texas.
- Produce a 30-minute newscast with a combination of local, state, and national news.
- Assign stories to reporters/photogs and select which shows they go in.
- Make/answer calls about stories and breaking news.
- Write for Broadcast and Web
- Edit video for reporter packages and newscasts.

Qualifications/Requirements:

- Degree in Journalism or related field.
- Knowledge of AP style.
- Experience with newsroom environments.
- Quick thinking/takes initiative, capable of breaking news situations.
- Some management experience.

If you feel you’re qualified and want to work with a great group of people go to https://gray.tv/careers#currentopenings, you may type in the job title, station call letters, or click on "apply now", upload your resume, cover letter, and references

(Current employees who are interested in this position can apply through the Gray-TV UltiPro self-service portal)

KOSA-TV/Gray Media is a drug-free company

Additional Info:

Gray Media 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 Media 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 Media 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.

Gray Media encourages all new employees to be fully vaccinated against the coronavirus virus before the first workday.