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05/30/2023
Investigator Producer
KCRG-TV9
| Company | KCRG-TV9 |
| Position | Investigator Producer |
| Jobdescription | Description 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 KCRG: KCRG-TV9 is the most-watched and most-trusted news outlet covering Eastern Iowa. Based in Cedar Rapids with a bureau in Dubuque, we are dedicated to being a part of our community and keeping that community informed. We produce 6 hours of news each day, support a robust social media and digital platform, and carry 100 live sports and community events a year with our live production unit. Job Summary/Description: KCRG-TV9 is seeking an Investigative Producer to help lead investigative reporting within the newsroom and special project productions in news coverage. Investigative journalism is a key pillar of our brand and journalistic efforts, so this position will play a key role in pushing a day-to-day investigative mindset, field-producing investigative reports, assisting reporters in cultivating and developing award-winning investigative stories, and leading in-depth news specials and documentaries throughout the year. Duties/Responsibilities include (but not limited to: • Plan and research investigative stories for newscasts and digital platforms. • Assist reporters with Freedom of Information Requests and data gathering and analyzing for stories. • Guide reporters in putting together investigative reports. • Assist reporters and staff in day-to-day research to add depth and context to daily news stories. • Plan and coordinate special productions around news topics. • Potential to present content on-camera based on the skills and comfort of the individual hired. Qualifications/Requirements: • Bachelor's degree in Journalism, Communications or another related field. • Experience in investigative/enterprise producing, reporting, or writing in local television newsrooms. • Strong organizational, communication and people skills are required. • Must be able to work flexible hours and adapt to schedule changes. Interested applicants may 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 that are interested in this position can apply through the Gray-TV UltiPro employee portal) KCRG-TV/Gray Television Group, 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, and 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 virus prior to or by the first workday. |
| Apply | Please apply directly at the link provided below: https://recruiting.ultipro.com/GRA1017GRYT/JobBoard/ae441110-89bd-444d-8ad2-b76c7b9db7a9/OpportunityDetail?opportunityId=a7b15498-eabb-4846-9a26-37d919e1dc10 |
| Expdate | 8/24/2023 |
