Investigative Reporter/MMJ

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 WNEM:

At WNEM, it is our job and inherent desire to be the best local television station in the Mid- Michigan market and the #1 digital platform across the state , region and the country. We are committed to the highest standards of excellence in our local news, entertainment, information and public service programming.

We have the top rated news station plus broadcast website. We are a Midsize market with opportunity to grow. We are a self-starting team driven for success with unique selling opportunities for a creative seller. Essential to that effort is a foundation of honesty and integrity — qualities which help us earn and build trust with our viewers, co-workers and business partners.

Job Summary/Description:

WNEM, a Gray Television TV station, is recruiting for a Investigative Reporter/MMJ. The WNEM Reporter/MMJ researches news material for television newscasts and all WNEM news platforms and initiatives. This includes writing and posting daily on all digital platforms and social media. The successful individual will furnish a wide variety of news content either working alone or in tandem with other field personnel.

Duties/Responsibilities will include (but not limited to) the following:

Writes, reports, presents live from studio and in the field, shoots edits
video news stories from concept to finish; contributes copy stories to
newscasts and digital platforms. Performs live reports on daily basis.
Generates story ideas, cultivates news sources and remains
knowledgeable regarding places, events and people in the news, local and
national. Contributes to our minute-by-minute digital news efforts on all platforms
with web content, social media posts and live digital reports.

Qualifications/Requirements:

▪️ Bachelor's degree in Broadcast Journalism, Communications or related field, or equivalent training and/or experience. At least one year experience in broadcast journalism. Experience reporting (MMJ) news at a commercial television station preferred.