MULTIMEDIA JOURNALIST - KEYC

About Gray Media:

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.

About KEYC:

Since 1960, KEYC-TV/KMNF-CD has succeeded with a culture that values skills, encourages creativity, and fosters professional growth.

Enjoy all four seasons in the booming Greater Mankato metropolitan area. The friendly, welcoming region is a happy mix of city and country living. We maintain the most highly visited social media sites in southern Minnesota.

Job Summary/Description:  

KEYC News Now is searching for that rare talent who can not only chase down a story but also command the anchor desk and produce a killer newscast. If you're a storyteller who thrives on urgency, connects deeply with people, and sees every platform—from broadcast to TikTok—as an opportunity to inform, then get ready to make your mark. We're talking about owning the news from concept to air (and online!), delivering content that truly resonates with our viewers.

Duties/Responsibilities include (but are not limited to):

What You'll Do

- Create compelling content: Report, shoot, write, voice, and edit daily news stories for both television and our buzzing digital platforms, making sure every piece is relevant and engaging.
- Lead the newscast: Anchor and produce dynamic newscasts as needed, bringing energy and authority to every broadcast and ensuring our viewers are informed and connected.
- Own the story cycle: From generating 3 fresh story ideas daily to breaking news live on location, you'll be the force driving our local coverage.
- Drive digital engagement: Master social media and online news production, updating our website and social accounts throughout the day with urgency and immediacy.
- Connect with the community: Build authentic relationships and truly "think like a viewer," delivering news that matters most to the local community.
- Collaborate seamlessly: Work hand-in-hand with the news team, bringing a great attitude and leadership skills to every shift, even when schedules shift.
- Uphold our standards: Adhere to the highest standards of news judgment, ethics, and station branding in all content you create.

Qualifications/Requirements:

What You Bring

- A Bachelor's Degree in Communications, Journalism, English, or a related field—you've got the foundation.
- Proven broadcast journalism experience; you know the rhythm of a newsroom and the demands of live television.
- Exceptional writing and verbal communication skills: You craft balanced, clear, and concise copy that grabs attention.
- A true digital-first mindset: You don't just understand digital/social media strategy; you execute it with urgency.
- Sharp news judgment and unwavering ethics: You know what's important and how to tell the story responsibly.
- The grit to go get the story: Able to carry 35-45 pounds of ENG equipment and ready to cover anything from features to breaking news.
- Impeccable time management skills and the ability to thrive under tight deadlines.
- Integrity, accountability, and a team-player attitude—you make the newsroom better.
- A valid driver's license and a clean driving record—you're ready to hit the road when news breaks.
- Flexibility to work various schedules, as the news doesn't always keep regular hours.

Why You'll Love It Here

- Multi-faceted impact: This isn't just a job; it's a chance to truly shape local news across all platforms.
- Community connection: You'll be at the forefront of stories that matter, building real relationships within the KEYC News Now community.
- Dynamic environment: One day you're digging deep into a feature, the next you're live on breaking news. Every day is different, and every day is exciting.
- Competitive compensation: We offer a salary/wage of $20-23 per hour (DOE), reflecting your valuable experience and versatility.
- Be part of the future: Gray Media is committed to innovation, and you'll be a key player in how we deliver news in a digital-first world.

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)

KEYC-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.

Salary : $20 - $23