ASSIGNMENT EDITOR - KOTA/KEVN

About Gray MediaGray Media, or Gray, is a multimedia company headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, formerly 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 U.S. television households. The portfolio includes 77 markets with the top-rated station and 100 markets with the first and/or second highest-rated station, as well as the largest Telemundo Affiliate group with 45 markets totaling nearly 1.5 million Hispanic households. Gray also owns Gray Digital Media, a full-service digital agency offering national and local clients advanced digital marketing strategies.About KOTA & KEVNKOTA/KEVN in Rapid City is a station deeply rooted in the community and committed to local journalism. The newsroom is looking for a leader who can juggle multiple tasks and adapt to a constantly changing environment.Job SummaryKOTA/KEVN seeks a newsroom leader with solid news judgment who is the calm in the chaos, evaluating resources, making good decisions, and communicating clearly and effectively under a deadline.Duties/ResponsibilitiesHelp lead and participate in editorial and planning meetingsGenerate and pitch story ideasCreate, gather, develop, confirm, and set up news coverageAssist in dispatching reporters to breaking news and other coverage assignmentsManage logistics for coverage assignmentsPost assignments in the newsroom planning grid, providing specific details and updates for all assignmentsTrack and communicate the development of news stories and eventsWork with broadcast and digital teammates for coordinated coverage, writing and editing stories for both platformsWork with reporters and producers on story treatmentDevelop and maintain news contacts and sourcesKeep the newsroom contact list updatedEngage in short and long-term planning and maintain a planning calendarAnswer telephone calls, emails, and social media messages from the publicCollaborate with network assignment desks and other affiliates via phone and emailUpload and share video and sound with field teams, affiliates, sister stations, and the networkMaintain fleet of vehicles by scheduling repairs, oil changes, and other necessitiesPerform other job-related duties as assignedQualifications/RequirementsBachelor's degree in Communications, Journalism, or related fieldValid driver's license with a good driving recordExcellent communication skillsDemonstrated solid news judgmentStrong research skills, including online research using various search enginesAbility to stay current with national and local news and weatherAdvanced knowledge of social media and digital platformsKnowledge of television market geography and issuesAbility to maintain multiple communication modes and coordinate multiple issues during breaking news and other stressful situationsAbility to work independently with little supervisionAbility to remain positive and foster a positive work environmentWillingness to work flexible hours and work well with coworkersMaintain strong journalistic ethics and professional conduct in the station and communityStrong initiative and attention to detailAdditional InfoGray 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 nondiscrimination laws in every location where it 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 employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.J-18808-Ljbffr