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 KCTV:

KCTV5 is the CBS affiliate serving the Kansas City metropolitan area. KCTV5 is the CBS affiliate, serving the Kansas City metropolitan area. Plus, there’s something unique — because people here love this station and love this city! It’s an energy and excitement that is fun and rejuvenating.

Job Summary/Description:

KCTV5, Kansas City is looking for someone with an eye for news, and someone with the creativity to tell stories through the lens of their camera. You must be self-motivated, have good communication skills, and be able to work both independently and as part of a team. Primary duties include gathering video, interviews, and information, editing for broadcast and digital/ social platforms, setting up/ executing live shots, knowledge in ENG cameras, using cellular Live broadcast devices (Live U) and other duties as assigned.

Duties/Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

- Gathering video, and sound for stories
- Shoot daily live shots
- Editing stories for television, web
- Contribute to the entire editorial process, including sourcing, enterprising, gathering, story construction, and presentation

Qualifications/Requirements:

- Minimum 2 to 3 years of prior Videography experience in a TV Newsroom
- Associate or Bachelor's degree in journalism, TV production, or related field- equivalent experience considered
- Non-linear editing experience
- LIVEU
- Proven ability to post content on social media platforms
- Ability to lift up to 35 pounds
- Flexible schedule with on-call assignments
- MVR check in pre-employment

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)

KCTV-TV/Gray Television, Inc. is a drug-free company

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, 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.

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