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KFSM is transforming the way we gather and present news, and we’re looking for a Story Desk Editor to embrace our transition to the newsroom of the future.

This hybrid role combines the skills of an assignment editor and a digital content producer to serve as the hub of the newsroom. The Story Desk Editor drives daily editorial execution, curates and produces impactful stories, and ensures our content connects authentically with audiences across streaming, digital, social and broadcast platforms.

As a Story Desk Editor, you will be part of the Story Management Desk (SMD), a unified desk that replaces the legacy assignment and digital desks. The SMD model ensures a single, streamlined workflow for planning, producing and curating stories across platforms.

You will lead coverage during breaking news, shape daily story planning, and curate content across platforms. This position requires decisive editorial judgment, strong writing skills, and the ability to thrive under tight deadlines. You will collaborate with MSJs, producers and photojournalists to deliver accurate, relevant and engaging stories that serve the community.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and communicate newsroom coverage during breaking news, ensuring accuracy, urgency and balance
• Identify and plan stories that matter most to the community, using editorial judgment and social listening
• Create and edit engaging content for digital platforms: website, mobile app and streaming
• Guide newsroom logistics and provide editorial support for MSJs, producers, and photojournalists
• Edit reporter content for accuracy, grammar, AP style, digital best practices, fairness and ethical considerations
• Enhance storytelling with creative elements (graphics, video, audience-submitted content, etc.)
• Use available metrics to inform coverage and improve audience reach
• Support newsroom operations and coverage planning as needed
• Uphold TEGNA’s journalistic standards and values across all platforms

Requirements:

• 1–3 years of journalism experience in a local newsroom, digital production, or related role
• Strong news judgment and the ability to make fast, sound editorial decisions under pressure
• Excellent writing skills, with the ability to produce accurate and compelling content quickly
• Experience with newsroom systems, CMS tools
• Organizational skills to manage competing priorities in a deadline-driven environment
• A collaborative, solutions-focused mindset that thrives in a team environment
• Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, or equivalent experience

Why TEGNA

TEGNA is reimagining local journalism for the newsroom of the future. With 64 stations across 51 markets, we deliver trusted, fact-based news that informs, engages, and empowers communities. Our values Demand the Truth, Work Smarter, Debate Fearlessly, Listen Carefully, and Zero-Base Every Process guide everything we do.

By joining KFSM, you will be part of a company that demands the truth, works smarter, and tells impactful stories that serve our communities every day.

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 43 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 KAIT:

KAIT 8 is located in beautiful Jonesboro, Arkansas, and serves Northeast Arkansas and Southeast Missouri. The station is the market’s dominant news leader, holding the ABC, NBC, and CW affiliations. KAIT prides itself on being on the cutting edge of new technology in our industry.

Job Summary/Description:

K8 News is seeking an energetic and engaging Digital Anchor/MMJ to bring streaming, online, and social media coverage to an established number one audience in Jonesboro, Arkansas. This position is a combination of digital anchoring/hosting and producing news on our streaming and social media platforms. The position includes anchoring streaming presentations from our digital desk, hosting videos on kait8.com and K8 News social media platforms, and assisting in the development, planning, and execution of digital streaming strategies. Other duties will include updating news stories, images, video, and live content for our linear TV operation as appropriate.

Duties/Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: 

• Go live on digital platforms during breaking news, severe weather, community events, planned programming, etc.
• Create short-form and long-form video stories for our website, app, streaming platforms, and social media sites using content gathered by reporters, as well as your unique content.
• Anchor and produce digital-first updates, explainers, and special reports
• Coach and collaborate with reporting staff to take advantage of the presentation of their stories on digital platforms
• Team with the newsroom to identify opportunities for unique digital video coverage
• Generate, gather, and provide news and information in the most accurate, appealing, timely, and creative way.
• Maintain a high quality of content with accurate, error-free reporting.
• Work with Digital Content Producers to craft and maintain a station voice across platforms.
• Assist with the creation and implementation of digital strategies and projects that may span multiple weeks or months.
• Create digital assets, including video, photo galleries, live video streams, and other multimedia, to enhance stories.

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Journalism or Communications degree required
• Knowledge and understanding of all media platforms, including broadcast, digital, social, and mobile
• Knowledge of ENPS and other news programs, or ability to learn
• Experience with non-linear editing
• Act as a team player while displaying an ability to handle a variety of tasks, and make sound decisions in a fast-paced, deadline-driven, stressful environment
• All applicants must include a current reporter/MMJ reel

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)

KAIT-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.

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This Job Description May Cause Extreme Excitement and Career Growth 

At AMP Sales & Marketing Solutions, we believe a great workplace isn’t just something we say — it’s something you can feel when you join the team. Here, it’s all about great collabs, ambition, and results but most importantly, we grow here, and we enjoy here.  We’re searching for that special someone — a driven, talented individual to join our innovative media sales team. In this role, you’ll engage with new clients and show them how our innovative media solutions can amplify their brands and deliver measurable success. If you’re energized by building relationships, closing deals, and making an impact, we’d love to hear from you. 

Sound like the right fit? Check out the checklist below and if it sounds like you, hit “Apply Now” and let’s chat. 

Your Day-to-Day (aka the Playbook) 

Help Brands Thrive: 

Join our media sales team and play a pivotal role in helping brands and companies grow. By identifying new opportunities, building strong client relationships, and delivering impactful solutions, you’ll showcase how our multi-media content platforms and digital assets can drive meaningful results for our partners. 

Your focus will be on helping clients achieve their goals, ensuring that every campaign is a success. When our clients win, we win—and we believe in celebrating those victories together! 

Make Connections: Embrace your powers of persuasion and make every handshake and meeting count! Every interaction is a chance to build a genuine connection and show clients how we can help them succeed. You’re not just selling; you’re building partnerships and long-lasting relationships. You’re helping businesses find the right audience in the right place at the right time. When we say One Partner, Endless Possibilities, we mean it! 

Be A Trusted Guide: In this role, you’ll connect with clients on a human level, understand their unique needs, and craft tailored sales and marketing solutions that deliver results. As their trusted advisor, you’ll help them navigate the ever-evolving marketing landscape, ensuring every step of the journey is planned with care and precision.  

Shake Things Up: Bring your creativity and fresh ideas to the table! We’re looking for someone who challenges the status quo, embraces innovation, and finds new ways to connect with our audience. Your contributions will help elevate our brand and drive meaningful results for your clients.  

Join us and Conquer the Media Landscape: You’ll be part of a dedicated team of A1 media sales professionals, committed to achieving market leadership. Together, we amplify our impact, deliver exceptional outcomes, and help our clients succeed in ways that truly matter. 

Identify Emerging Opportunities: It’s about being able to see what others can’t, anticipating market shifts, analyzing data and predicting the next big thing. Your insights will position our clients and AMP for long-term success.  

What We’re Looking For 

Proven Sales Ability and an Unstoppable Desire to Learn

You’re a seasoned sales professional and we value your drive, energy, and passion for achieving results. 

Strong Communication Skills: You’re a natural at building relationships and communicating effectively. Proficiency with digital tools and applications is a must. 

A Passion for helping Others: You’re committed to understanding clients’ needs, providing top-notch customer service and making a difference. You’re not just selling a product; you’re providing a solution.  

A Competitive Spirit: Do you get a little boost when you achieve a goal (especially if it was a tough one)? We love that for you (and us)!  We want someone who’s driven to excel but also knows how to celebrate the victories (big and small) with their team. That drive makes you a valuable part of our organization.  

A Willingness to Grow: Do you thrive in environments where you’re always learning something new? Excellent, you’ll fit right in! The media world is constantly evolving, and the ability to learn, adapt, and embrace challenges in a fast-paced, digital-first environment is key.  

The Practical Stuff 

A valid driver’s license, up-to-date insurance, and reliable transportation are necessary for connecting with clients in your community. 

Why Join AMP Sales & Marketing Solutions? / The Reasons You Should Hit “Apply Now” 

Serious Work, Seriously Cool People: Be part of a dynamic team that values creativity, collaboration, and fun! We are all for work that is rewarding.  

The Compensation Package: We offer a base salary, commission structure, and benefits package designed to support your success and well-being. Happy employees don’t stage rebellions! 😉 

We Make a Real Difference (Not Just Talk About It): At AMP, we help local businesses thrive through advertising strategies that create tangible impacts. Our media sales specialist isn’t just selling ads; they’re the boots on the ground, making a real difference where it counts. (And yes, it feels pretty good.) 

Top-Notch Training and Support: We’re not the kind of company that hires you and then disappears into the corporate abyss. We carefully select candidates for a cohort-based training program, where you’ll join a group of sales professionals from all over the country. From onboarding to ongoing mentorship, we invest in your success with training programs that set you up for long-term growth. 

Career Growth Opportunities: We believe in investing in you. That’s why you’ll have access to training, mentorship, and career advancement opportunities to help you thrive. We are a leader in our industry, flexing our local charm and national muscle, providing you with options to amplify your career in your local market or join one of our AMP Sales & Marketing Solutions teams in another city.  

Comprehensive Media Education (We Are Your Power Source!): New to the industry? We’ve got you covered with training programs that turn curiosity into expertise.   

AMP is us. It’s you. It isn’t just a name; it’s a mission. A promise to amplify our reach, amplify our innovation, and most importantly, amplify you. If you’re ready to grow your career and help businesses achieve their goals, we’d love to hear from you.  

EEO AND INCLUSIVITY 

Sinclair is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and a drug free workplace. Employment practices will not be in?uenced or a?ected by virtue of an applicant’s or employee’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. 

 About Sinclair:

Sinclair, Inc. (Nasdaq: SBGI) is a diversified media company and a leading provider of local news and sports. The Company owns, operates and/or provides services to 178 television stations in 81 markets affiliated with all major broadcast networks; owns Tennis Channel, the premium destination for tennis enthusiasts; multicast networks CHARGE, Comet, ROAR and The Nest. Sinclair’s AMP Media produces a growing portfolio of digital content and original podcasts. Additional information about Sinclair can be found at?www.sbgi.net. 

 About the Team

The life-blood of our organization is our people. We have a compelling story, a goal-oriented culture, and we take really good care of people. How good? Here is a glimpse: great benefits, open-door policy, upward mobility and a strong desire to see you succeed. Ready to be part of a winning team? Let’s talk.

KATV has an exciting opportunity for a Regional National Sales Assistant. If you would like to work in the exciting business of television sales, this could be the job for you!

Responsibilities include:

• Entering and maintaining orders received from our national advertisers
• Regular communication with the National Sales Manager, with National Agencies, and with other station departments
• Develop a firm understanding of the sales process and Nielsen ratings
• Organizing and maintaining schedules
• Other duties as assigned

Skills and Qualifications:

• At least 1-2 years’ experience of administrative support preferred
• A high level of organizational skills and the ability to prioritize
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint
• Broadcast Sales, media buying, or agency experience is a plus
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to handle multiple tasks under a deadline
• Maintain a positive demeanor and customer service focus

EEO AND INCLUSIVITY:

Sinclair is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and a drug free workplace. Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by virtue of an applicant’s or employee’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Details:

KFSM-TV Fayetteville (5NEWS), the CBS TEGNA affiliate, is looking for an experienced Sports Anchor / Multi-Skilled Journalist to drive our coverage of high-stakes, high-interest sports across Northwest Arkansas and the River Valley.

This position offers the opportunity to cover a wide range of athletics, from Friday night high school action to major Division I collegiate programs competing on the national stage.

We are looking for a journalist who can anchor with authority, report with creativity, and connect with sports fans across all platforms. This role produces content for linear newscasts, streaming and mobile. If you’re a storyteller who sees sports as more than highlights and understands the power of compelling, contextual reporting, we want to hear from you.

Current driver’s license and ability to operate news gathering vehicle to and from various locations is required.

Responsibilities:

• Anchor sports segments across multiple newscasts with an authoritative, energetic, and engaging delivery.
• Perform compelling live shots from games, press conferences, watch parties, practices, and breaking sports news situations.
• Provide clear, concise context around key moments, developments, and controversies.
• Enterprise sports stories that go beyond the scoreboard — features, profiles, explainers, and deeper coverage of issues shaping local athletics.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with coaches, players, athletic departments, and community sports leaders.
• Create platform-specific content for 5NEWS+ as part of our growing streaming strategy.
• Produce mobile-first sports updates and explainers
• Break sports news on digital first and engage audiences with timely posts, threads, and updates.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, or a related field preferred.
• 1–3 years of on-air sports reporting or anchoring experience preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to shoot, write, and edit high-quality sports stories under tight deadlines.
• Excellent news and sports judgment, strong communication skills, and sound ethical decision-making.
• Ability to thrive during live breaking news situations (coaching changes, major announcements, postseason runs).
• Proven ability to create compelling digital and social content.
• Must be organized, deadline-driven, and comfortable juggling multiple assignments daily.
• Familiarity with vMix, EDIUS, and Axis graphics is a plus.
• Knowledge of Northwest Arkansas/River Valley sports culture is a plus.

Details:

KHBS/KHOG in Rogers, AR, is looking for an organized, detail-oriented team player with exceptional written and verbal skills, and the ability to prioritize and manage time effectively. A positive attitude and professional demeanor is essential along with the flexibility to work in a rapidly changing environment. Individual will work closely with the sales team to ensure effective placement of sales activity. Specifically, you will work with the sales force on processing advertising contracts, obtaining creative materials, generating support materials for the sales team, and coordinating the scheduling and launch of advertising campaigns. This is a fantastic opportunity in a growing organization for someone who can maintain an elevated level of accuracy and remain calm under pressure. This career opportunity is a wonderful way to get your foot in the door at a highly respected TV station and begin a career with Hearst Television, an industry-leading television station group. This role reports to the General Sales Manager.

Responsibilities

• Entering and maintaining advertising orders including electronic transfer and maintenance of orders into WideOrbit.
• Assist in the development of sales proposals, advertising packages and client presentations.
• Create supportive marketing materials for sales department.
• Effectively communicate with internal teams (sales, production, finance) and external clients on performance and delivery of campaigns.
• Maintain organized filing systems.
• Prepare proposals based on account executive requests.
• Keep progress tabs on various sales initiatives.
• Collaborate cooperatively with managers, co-workers, and clients to deliver a high-level of service.
• Interact with co-workers, clients, and the viewing public in a professional manner, both on the phone and in person.
• In-person attendance is required.

Requirements

• Must have computer and software experience.
• Previous commercial television experience a plus.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, WideOrbit, and Outlook is a plus.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced work environment, manage multiple projects and tight deadlines.
• Consistently meet deadlines in a challenging and dynamic environment.
• Capable of learning new systems promptly and thoroughly.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills are essential.
• Must be highly focused, organized, and detail oriented.
• Must take pride in work, respond to instruction well, thrive in a demanding environment, enjoy working independently and perform at a consistently high-level.
• Deal with the daily stresses and pressures associated with commercial television sales.
• Extreme attention to detail.

Values in Action

At Hearst Television we tell stories every day. Stories about people of all backgrounds, perspectives, and identities. That???s why, behind the scenes, we believe in being an organization that fosters collaboration and open communication, ensuring that the content we create is authentic, accurate, and connected to the communities we serve.

Benefits

Hearst’s benefit programs are modern, flexible and designed to focus on the whole person. As a Hearst employee, you and your spouse or partner or dependents would have access to the following benefits.

• Medical | Dental | Vision
• 401(k) matching
• Emotional Wellness Support
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• LGBTQ+ Health Services
• Additional benefits to meet your and your family’s needs.

Requirements:

KATV in Little Rock, Arkansas is seeking a dynamic News Anchor / Multimedia Journalist (MMJ) to join our team! In addition to being an outstanding journalist with a great personality, you need to be a team leader. Our anchors are leaders who participate in the planning of our shows and produce content regularly. A competitive passion to win and openness to innovation is mandatory! Our winning candidate will be someone who embraces social media and knows how to consistently engage with the audience. Collaboration is a big part of this role!

The ideal candidate will have:

• Sharp news judgment
• The ability to tell an NPPA style story
• Excellent technical skills
• The ability to work well independently
• Must have and maintain a valid license and a good driving record
• Strong Leadership skills
• Smooth/pleasant delivery
• Ability to adlib in absence of script 
• Strong writing skills and news judgment
• Strong researcher 
• Ability to network and build sources
• Producing background is a plus, willingness to learn is a must
• Be an innovator who enjoys breaking the mold
• Embraces new technology to tell stories
• Exemplary communication skills

Requirements and Qualifications:

• You must have at least 2 years of on-air experience
• Experience with Live-U is a plus
• Live commercial television experience is a must
• Strong “in-the-field and live” skills is required
• Exceptional written communications skills using a conversational writing style
• Strong editorial judgment and a proven ethical foundation

While applying online, please include a link to your online demo reel

EEO AND INCLUSIVITY:

Sinclair is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and a drug free workplace. Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by virtue of an applicant’s or employee’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

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 43 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 KAIT:

KAIT 8 is located in beautiful Jonesboro, Arkansas, and serves Northeast Arkansas and Southeast Missouri. The station is the market’s dominant news leader, holding the ABC, NBC, and CW affiliations. KAIT prides itself on being on the cutting edge of new technology in our industry.

Job Summary/Description:  

KAIT-TV is looking for the next morning anchor for the #1 rated “Good Morning Region 8.” The ideal candidate will be a passionate journalist, aggressive about covering local news. You should be an energetic “morning person” who confidently delivers the news viewers need to start their days. We need an anchor who is involved in the day-to-day operations of the newsroom, including developing and turning enterprise and investigative content.

Duties/Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

· Anchoring at least 2.5 hours of news a day
· Collaborating and assisting producers with the treatment and writing of new content
· Researching, gathering, shooting, writing, and editing news stories for on-air and online
· Completing regular franchises or special investigative reports
· Writing in a clear, concise, conversational manner
· Reporting “live” on the scene during breaking news or weather
· Developing and maintaining sources of information
· Demonstrating sound news judgment
· Participating in story selection meetings
· Posting and regularly updating stories and other material on the web and social media
· Interacting with viewers on social media, including regular presence on Facebook Live
· Meeting tight deadlines and working well under pressure
· Performing other job-related duties as assigned

Qualifications/Requirements:

· At least two years of experience in a commercial newsroom
· Bachelor’s in journalism or related field preferred
· Knowledge of ENPS and Edius is a plus
· Clean driving record

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)

KAIT-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.

Details:

KFSM-TV Fayetteville, the CBS TEGNA affiliate, is looking for an experienced Multi-Skilled Journalist to help maintain our tradition of superior reporting and newsgathering. We are interested in finding a journalist who can create unique, memorable and well written stories, who can share them on all platforms with a mix of outstanding photography and unforgettable editing. If you’re a creative storyteller who understands true multi-platform journalism and who is not bound by the methods of traditional TV news – we want to hear from you! 

Current driver’s license and ability to operate news gathering vehicle to and from various locations is required.

Responsibilities: 

• Perform authoritative, compelling live shots in a developing story or in breaking news situations
• Develop story ideas
• Mine the community to find sources who will keep you informed about events and ideas in their areas of expertise
• Ability to identify, write and produce stories within a specific framework.
• Research for facts and credibility.
• Maintain and develop sources who will help bring our reporting to the next level.
• Shoot, write, produce and edit on air and online content within deadlines.
• Use creative production techniques such as graphics and new forms of media (viewer pictures, webcam interviews, etc.) to enhance stories.
• Use social media and digital tools to research, discover and distribute content.
• Attend editorial meetings and offer story ideas daily.
• Write in an exciting, captivating and authentic manner.

Requirements: 

• 1-3 years reporting experience preferred.
• Must possess solid news?judgment, display strong communication skills, creativity, and?ethical decision-making skills.
• Strong writing skills, production skills and tease writing abilities.
• ENPS, EDIUS and Axis graphics experience is preferred.
• Must be organized with the ability to work under constant deadlines.
• Must be able to calmly handle?live breaking news situations and changing events.
• Proven social and digital content creation ability.
• Knowledge of Fayetteville a plus??

Experience:

KFSM-TV Fayetteville, the CBS TEGNA affiliate, is looking for an experienced Multi-Skilled Journalist to help maintain our tradition of superior reporting and newsgathering. We are interested in finding a journalist who can create unique, memorable and well written stories, who can share them on all platforms with a mix of outstanding photography and unforgettable editing. If you’re a creative storyteller who understands true multi-platform journalism and who is not bound by the methods of traditional TV news – we want to hear from you! 

Current driver’s license and ability to operate news gathering vehicle to and from various locations is required.

Responsibilities: 

• Perform authoritative, compelling live shots in a developing story or in breaking news situations
• Develop story ideas
• Mine the community to find sources who will keep you informed about events and ideas in their areas of expertise
• Ability to identify, write and produce stories within a specific framework.
• Research for facts and credibility.
• Maintain and develop sources who will help bring our reporting to the next level.
• Shoot, write, produce and edit on air and online content within deadlines.
• Use creative production techniques such as graphics and new forms of media (viewer pictures, webcam interviews, etc.) to enhance stories.
• Use social media and digital tools to research, discover and distribute content.
• Attend editorial meetings and offer story ideas daily.
• Write in an exciting, captivating and authentic manner.

Requirements:

Requirements: 

• 1-3 years reporting experience preferred.
• Must possess solid news?judgment, display strong communication skills, creativity, and?ethical decision-making skills.
• Strong writing skills, production skills and tease writing abilities.
• ENPS, EDIUS and Axis graphics experience is preferred.
• Must be organized with the ability to work under constant deadlines.
• Must be able to calmly handle?live breaking news situations and changing events.
• Proven social and digital content creation ability.
• Knowledge of Fayetteville a plus?

Details:

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.

We understand that life needs balance. That is why we offer our employees and eligible family members a comprehensive benefits package, including: 

• Comprehensive Medical(Rx), Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Health Savings Account with Company contributions
• Flexible Spending Account
• Employer-paid life and disability benefits
• Paid parental leave benefits
• Adoption and Surrogacy Benefits
• 401(k) Plan, including matching and profit-sharing contributions
• Employee Assistance Program
• Voluntary benefits, including Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness, Accident Insurance, and supplemental life insurance coverage
• Paid Time Off, including Relocation PTO
• Focus on Caring

Salary/Wage: 

$17.00 – $19.00/hr. 

Shift and Schedule: 

Mon. – Fri. (or at Manager’s Discretion) 

Job Type: 

Full-Time 

Job Summary/Description:   

KAIT, Gray Media’s ABC, NBC, CW affiliate, has an immediate opening for a Technical Media Producer. The Technical Media Producer (“TMP”) has the general responsibility for operating the equipment in our broadcast control center that keeps KAIT’s programming on-air and online. The TMP directs live or pre-recorded productions as assigned, using our state-of-the-art Ross Overdrive production automation system. The TMP also handles all master control duties in our facility, such as recording, playback, switching, and quality-checking programming for air.

Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

•  Monitor and quality control of all inbound and outbound / broadcast signals, as well as ensuring that all content airs as intended and is logged
•  Maintaining compliance with relevant FCC and other governmental agency regulations
•  Directing assigned live and pre-recorded productions using Ross Overdrive production automation
•  Preparing the production rundowns for automation operation by coding the rundown in the AP ENPS / Ross Overdrive plugin
•  Understanding of all relevant equipment in the studio, production, and technical core areas

Qualifications/Requirements:

•  2 years previous broadcast or production experience with master control or production experience with master control or production control is preferred, but we will train the right person. Ross Overdrive experience is a plus.
•  Demonstrated ability to learn new concepts quickly and thoroughly
•  Proven track record of prioritizing complex tasks
•  Ability to communicate effectively – written and verbal
•  Strong commitment to working effectively with and both being trained by and training others in a team environment is a must
•  Positive attitude and ability to adapt to changes
•  Must be willing to work holidays and weekends

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)

KAIT-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.

Details:

KTHV 11, the TEGNA-owned CBS affiliate in Little Rock, Arkansas, is transforming the way we gather and present news, and we’re looking for a Story Desk Editor to embrace our transition to the newsroom of the future.

This hybrid role combines the skills of an assignment editor and a digital content producer to serve as the hub of the newsroom. The Story Desk Editor drives daily editorial execution, curates and produces impactful stories, and ensures our content connects authentically with audiences across streaming, digital, social and broadcast platforms.

Role Summary

As a Story Desk Editor, you will be part of the Story Management Desk (SMD), a unified desk that replaces the legacy assignment and digital desks. The SMD model ensures a single, streamlined workflow for planning, producing and curating stories across platforms.

You will lead coverage during breaking news, shape daily story planning, and curate content across platforms. This position requires decisive editorial judgment, strong writing skills, and the ability to thrive under tight deadlines. You will collaborate with MSJs, producers and photojournalists to deliver accurate, relevant and engaging stories that serve the community.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and communicate newsroom coverage during breaking news, ensuring accuracy, urgency and balance

• Identify and plan stories that matter most to the community, using editorial judgment and social listening

• Create and edit engaging content for digital platforms: website, mobile app and streaming,

• Guide newsroom logistics and provide editorial support for MSJs, producers, and photojournalists

• Edit reporter content for accuracy, grammar, AP style, digital best practices, fairness and ethical considerations

• Enhance storytelling with creative elements (graphics, video, audience-submitted content, etc.)

• Use available metrics to inform coverage and improve audience reach

• Support newsroom operations and coverage planning as needed

• Uphold TEGNA’s journalistic standards and values across all platforms

Requirements:

• 1–3 years of journalism experience in a local newsroom, digital production, or related role

• Strong news judgment and the ability to make fast, sound editorial decisions under pressure

• Excellent writing skills, with the ability to produce accurate and compelling content quickly

• Experience with newsroom systems, CMS tools

• Organizational skills to manage competing priorities in a deadline-driven environment

• A collaborative, solutions-focused mindset that thrives in a team environment

• Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, or equivalent experience

Why TEGNA

TEGNA is reimagining local journalism for the newsroom of the future. With 64 stations across 51 markets, we deliver trusted, fact-based news that informs, engages, and empowers communities. Our values Demand the Truth, Work Smarter, Debate Fearlessly, Listen Carefully, and Zero-Base Every Process guide everything we do.

By joining KTHV 11, you will be part of a company that demands the truth, works smarter, and tells impactful stories that serve our communities every day.