Broadcast News Editor/Photographer

Job Summary/Description:

WVUE, FOX 8, is looking for a creative, aggressive, and visual editor/photojournalist to join our award-winning news team. The candidate must be able to work in a highly functioning, experienced, talented newsroom. Must have experience with non-linear equipment and have the ability to function in a deadline environment. The candidate will also be required to contribute content to digital platforms. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills needed. If you have an eye for powerful pictures and an ear for great sound, this is the job for you.

Duties/Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: 

- Responsible for shooting and editing video and sound for all FOX 8 multimedia platforms
- Must display competence in videography and video editing
- Responsible for operating audio, prompter, studio camera, and graphics for newscasts
- Must be capable of gathering news as part of a team or on your own
- Responsible for maintaining assigned gear, operating ENG trucks, and bonded cellular live devices (Live U)
- Posting on all FOX 8 digital platforms, editing digital video, and operating other mobile live devices
- Driving a company vehicle and any other duties as assigned.

Qualifications/Requirements:

- Flexible work hours required, must be willing and able to work a variety of shifts, including but not limited to: mornings, afternoons, evenings, late nights, holidays, weekends, and possible overtime hours.
- Must be willing to work in New Orleans, LA

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)

WVUE-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.