News – Production Assistant (P/T) – WTOK Part Time

Full Job Description
About Gray Television:
Gray Television supports local community interests by providing quality television broadcasting and exceptional service in each market we serve. Gray owns and/or operates television stations and leading digital properties in 93 television markets including the first or second highest rated television station in 85 markets.

Our portfolio includes the number-one and/or number-two ranked television station operations in essentially all of our markets. We are an unmatched broadcast pioneer that keeps getting bigger and better.

About WTOK:
For over 63 years, WTOK has been the dominant news and community information source for East Mississippi and West Alabama. Our station has a rich history of community service, civic involvement, and being a catalyst of economic development with a focus on improving the lives of our viewers. By employing the latest in cutting edge technology, our staff is committed to providing accurate and timely news information on television and digital platforms that fit the lifestyles of those that depend on us. WTOK (ABC), Meridian’s CW8 and MyTOK2 are also committed to providing quality entertainment programming for all demographics that consistently deliver excellent ratings performance. Those commitments provide a highly effective marketing platform for area businesses to reach their potential customers. Our staff is truly a family that works together to continue the tradition of excellence that defines WTOK and our community.

Job Summary:
Immediate opening for a Part Time Production Assistant. TV or radio experience is preferred. Photo or video experience is helpful. Flexible schedule is required, including nights, early morning and weekends. They need to be organized, proactive, show initiative, good computer skills and communication skills. They should have a keen eye for detail, be happy to work under pressure and to strict deadlines.

Responsibilities include (but are not limited to):
Excellent Communication Skills
Ability to work under tight deadlines
Flexible hours
Other duties as assigned
Attention to detail
Strong work ethic, and a positive attitude
Complete all assigned tasks and functions independently
Strong organizational and written skills
Great communication and people skills
Learn and understand required software and systems, strong computer knowledge preferred
Manage time wisely to meet deadlines.
Prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks
Openness to learning new skills, systems, software
Build positive relationships with colleagues & co-workers
Problem-solver
Creative
Please apply online at https://gray.tv/careers#currentopenings and attach resume

Gray Television