News Reporter

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 KPTV:

KPTV is a Fox-affiliated television station licensed to Portland, Oregon. Owned by Atlanta-based Gray Television, it is part of a duopoly with Vancouver, Washington-licensed MyNetworkTV affiliate KPDX.

Job Description/Summary:

Portland, Oregon's #1 news station, FOX 12, has an immediate opening for a News Reporter. The top candidate will be a dynamic, high-level storyteller who gathers news for broadcast, web and other platforms of the future. This reporter will contribute primarily to our 6.5-hour top-rated morning newscast, Good Day Oregon.

Duties/Responsibilities include (but not limited to):

Gather, write, and deliver news stories
Appear on-air and coordinate live shots
Develop sources within the community to gain unique, “Only On” insight and reports on important and impactful issues.
Pitch leadable and/or original story ideas daily.
Strong research skills, ability to employ critical thinking skills to dig and go “beyond the press release” and/or confirm incoming news tips via email or social media.
Work with a sense of immediacy independently and as a team while exhibiting sound news judgment and ethics.
Potential and drive to fill-in anchor, when needed.

Qualifications/Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in Journalism or related field preferred.
Minimum of two years' experience working as a General Assignment Reporter in a television newsroom.
Willingness to work long hours and overtime.