What are the responsibilities and job description for the NEWS REPORTER/MMJ - WIS position at Gray Media?
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.
About WIS:
WIS is the #1 local media organization in the capital city market of Columbia, South Carolina. It is the market’s top-rated broadcast television station, a digital publisher reaching tens of millions of users each year, and the home of GDM Columbia, a full-service in-house digital advertising agency with national scale. WIS is also the hub for Palmetto Sports & Entertainment, a statewide broadcast sports network, and an affiliate of Telemundo SC.
Job Summary/Description:
Are you ready to tell stories that move a community? WIS TV, the Midlands' most trusted news source, is seeking an exceptional Reporter/Multimedia Journalist to join our award-winning newsroom. If you're passionate about investigative journalism, driven to uncover the truth, and committed to making a real difference in people's lives, we want to hear from you. Join a newsroom where your work matters. WIS TV has a legacy of award-winning journalism and a deep commitment to the Columbia community. We invest in our journalists and provide the tools you need to tell powerful, meaningful stories.
Duties/Responsibilities will include (but not be limited to) the following:
(Current employees who are interested in this position can apply through the Gray-TV UltiPro self-service portal)
WIS-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.
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.
About WIS:
WIS is the #1 local media organization in the capital city market of Columbia, South Carolina. It is the market’s top-rated broadcast television station, a digital publisher reaching tens of millions of users each year, and the home of GDM Columbia, a full-service in-house digital advertising agency with national scale. WIS is also the hub for Palmetto Sports & Entertainment, a statewide broadcast sports network, and an affiliate of Telemundo SC.
Job Summary/Description:
Are you ready to tell stories that move a community? WIS TV, the Midlands' most trusted news source, is seeking an exceptional Reporter/Multimedia Journalist to join our award-winning newsroom. If you're passionate about investigative journalism, driven to uncover the truth, and committed to making a real difference in people's lives, we want to hear from you. Join a newsroom where your work matters. WIS TV has a legacy of award-winning journalism and a deep commitment to the Columbia community. We invest in our journalists and provide the tools you need to tell powerful, meaningful stories.
Duties/Responsibilities will include (but not be limited to) the following:
- Pitch, Shoot, Write, Edit & Present compelling, impactful stories that resonate with the communities we serve
- Develop relationships and cultivate sources to enterprise unique, newsworthy stories daily
- Excel in breaking news situations—thinking on your feet while maintaining journalistic integrity
- Master multimedia storytelling across TV, digital, and social media platforms
- Contribute to newsroom strategy through daily editorial meetings and long-term strategic newscast initiatives
- Demonstrate editorial judgment while upholding AP Style standards and libel laws
- Maintain professionalism both at the station and in the community, fostering positive relationships with co-workers, supervisors, and viewers
- Work flexible schedules, including overnights, weekends, and extended hours for breaking news and severe weather coverage
- Take on additional responsibilities as needed to support newsroom operations
- Bachelor's degree in journalism, mass communication, or related field (required)
- Multimedia Journalist (MMJ) experience (preferred)
- Producing experience (a plus)
- Proficiency with ENPS and non-linear editing software such as EDIUS (a plus)
- Excellent on-camera presence for both live and pre-recorded reporting
- Clear, conversational writing style with strong command of AP Style
- Ability to multitask and work effectively under deadline pressure
- Outstanding time-management, communication, and organizational skills
- Capability to handle extended hours, holidays, overnights, and specialized severe weather coverage
- Clean Motor Vehicle Record (MVR Check required)
(Current employees who are interested in this position can apply through the Gray-TV UltiPro self-service portal)
WIS-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.