What are the responsibilities and job description for the PHOTOJOURNALIST/NEWS VIDEOGRAPHER - WMC - TV position at Gray Local Media, Inc?
About Gray Media:
Today, we are a growing multimedia company headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia. We are the nation's largest owner of top-rated local television stations and digital assets serving 117 full-power television markets that collectively reach approximately 37% of US television households. The portfolio includes 80 markets with the top-rated television station and 100 markets with the first and/or second highest rated television station in average all-day ratings across 116 of such markets that were measured by Nielsen in 2025. We also own the largest Telemundo Affiliate group, with 47 markets, and Gray Digital Media, a full-service digital agency offering national and local clients digital marketing strategies and the most advanced digital products and services. Our 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 WMC:
WMC, Action News 5 in Memphis, is the NBC affiliate and legacy news station in the highly competitive Memphis, Tennessee, Market. Action News 5 is driven by the community. We find solutions to problems that impact people across four states. Through in-depth journalism and local partnerships, we strive to inform, inspire, empower, and support Memphis and the Mid-South. Our team at WMC, Action News 5, is always pushing the technology envelope. Broadcast and digital media innovation are in our DNA. Our team produces 46.5 hours of local programming on broadcast and more than 100 hours on OTT, including nearly 60 NCAA Division I men's and women's sporting events for ESPN Plus.
Job Summary/Description:
Action News 5 is looking for a creative, competitive, motivated visual storyteller to join our team of talented photojournalists. You must have strong communication skills and be able to work independently and as part of a team. Schedule flexibility is a must. This is a full-time hourly position and may include working overnights, holidays, and weekends as well as some overtime.
Duties/Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Shoot and edit compelling, high-quality video for daily news stories and live broadcasts
- Set up and operate broadcast video cameras, lighting, and audio equipment
- Collaborate with reporters, producers, and assignment editors to cover breaking news, events, and features
- Work under exceptionally tight deadlines on a routine basis
- Ensure all video and audio meet technical and editorial standards
- Maintain assigned equipment and troubleshoot technical issues as needed
- Follow all safety guidelines and station policies while in the field
- Maintain a clean driving record
Qualifications/Requirements:
- 2 years of experience in a television newsroom preferred
- Proficiency in shooting with ENG cameras, and strong non-linear editing skills
- Strong understanding of video composition, lighting, and audio techniques
- Familiarity with live streaming and remote broadcasting technology
- Ability to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays
- Valid driver's license with a clean driving record
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. of equipment
- FAA Part 107 Drone License is a plus
- A journalism or communication background is a plus
- Must include a link to samples of your recent work
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)
WMC-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 at every location where 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 Gray’s employees' ability to perform their job duties may result in discipline, up to and including discharge.