Maximum Application Deadline: July 9, 2013
Applicants will be notified of Position Closing.
The Daybreak Anchor/Backpack Journalist will serve as anchor of the 4:30am Monday – Friday newscast and as a live (field/newsroom) anchor of the 5am – 7am Daybreak show.
Successful candidates will have a demonstrated ability in live reporting, creative writing skills, good people skills, multi-tasking and working under the pressure of a deadline.
Candidates should have at least two years’ experience as a reporter or photojournalist for a broadcast news station or news website. Duties of this job include live reporting, creative shooting, writing, editing and posting of news stories, both hard news and features. You’ll use the latest technology, including lightweight next generation video equipment and laptop editing.
The successful applicant’s background must include, at minimum, a bachelor’s degree in Broadcast Journalism or a related field. He/she must be a self-starter, with knowledge of and ability to operate state-of-the-art television news equipment as well as website publishing. The ability to deliver news content in a professional manner and represent WOWT at community events is required.
Applicant MUST provide a resume internet link (preferred) or DVD representative of his/her work. DVD’s will not be returned.
Submit resume and cover letter electronically to:
hr@wowt.com
By fax to 402.233.7885
NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE
Only if you don’t have electronic access, please mail your resume to or complete an application at:
WOWT-TV
Attn: Human Resources
3501 Farnam Street
Omaha, NE 68131
WOWT-TV is a drug-free company and requires pre-employment drug testing. Also, if applicable to the position, MVR/Driver’s review and testing. EOE (All positions must show flexibility for evolving or changing operational needs. Hours, shifts, responsibilities, etc. are subject to change at management discretion.)
Gray Television Group, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical handicap or marital status. Discriminatory employment practices are specifically prohibited by the Federal Communications Commission. If you believe your Equal Employment Rights have been violated, you may contact the FCC in Washington, D.C. 20054, or other appropriate state or local agencies.