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Job Description Are you passionate about educational content development and eager to make a meaningful impact in K-12 education? Join our collaborative team as a Project Development Editor and help bring high-quality learning materials from concept to classroom. We're looking for a detail-oriented, creative, and organized professional who can manage the editorial development of educational products from manuscript to market-ready materials. This is an exciting opportunity to shape the future of K-12 learning experiences in a dynamic, mission-driven environment. Who Is Kendall Hunt Publishing? Throughout its history, Kendall Hunt Publishing has grown with an emphasis on its employees, fearlessness in innovation, and a strong grip on its values. Today Kendall Hunt continues to expand by growing its number of educational products, creating new companies, and extending its services across the country and beyond. Through diversity and willingness to adapt to the ever-changing publishing industry, Kendall Hunt is a company dedicated to growing with the public to best serve the people of the community. When you work at Kendall Hunt you immediately notice the collaboration, friendliness, and a sense of purpose amongst our employees. Our customers, students, authors, and other outside contacts are always our top priority. We are constantly uncovering new sales channels for current product lines or finding new products to sell to current customers. Join our team of evolving employees to help us maintain our competitive edge in the industries we serve. ******************* In A Typical Work Week, K-12 Project Development Editor Will... Lead the development of assigned K-12 educational products and programs from planning through implementation. Collaborate with internal teams and external partners on product development and editorial content. Edit and review content, manage content revisions, and coordinate feedback across stakeholders. Oversee and coordinate digital output development with vendors and the IT team. Support implementation of new programs, including providing product support to educators and attending relevant educational conferences (as needed). Assist other departments (sales, marketing, and manufacturing) as needed to ensure cohesive product delivery and support. Characteristics of Who KH Looks for in K-12 Project Development Editor You are... Bachelor's degree with 3+ years of experience in K-12 education and a strong understanding of K-12 curriculum and education markets. Excellent communication, organizational, and project management skills. Ability to prioritize, meet deadlines, and work both independently and collaboratively. Proficiency in reviewing, editing, and developing educational content. Comfort with digital content planning and coordination with tech teams. Follows through on tasks, takes initiative, and adapts when necessary. A valid driver's license and an acceptable driving record are required, in accordance with the company's corporate driving policy. Why Us? We Understand It's More Than Just a Job! Choosing a career path can be one of the most important decision in one's life. Work is part of a person's identity. People need compelling reasons to remain at a job and a company day after day, year after year. As you consider a career change, we understand the benefits an employer offers are just as appealing as the job itself. Our companies offers: Job Stability. Kendall Hunt and their family of companies have been around for more than 75 years Career Growth. Gain some great experience to promote to higher roles - many of our leadership and upper management staff worked their way up in our family of companies Affordable medical, dental, and vision insurance with company paid life insurance, short-term and long-term disability Generous company match on 401(k) plan, as well as profit sharing 15 days PTO at hire, plus paid holidays Scholarship and tuition reimbursement All applicants must have a valid driver's license and bachelor's degree. ********************** An Equal Opportunity Employer

At CVS Health, we're building a world of health around every consumer and surrounding ourselves with dedicated colleagues who are passionate about transforming health care. As the nation's leading health solutions company, we reach millions of Americans through our local presence, digital channels and more than 300,000 purpose-driven colleagues - caring for people where, when and how they choose in a way that is uniquely more connected, more convenient and more compassionate. And we do it all with heart, each and every day. **Position Summary** Under general supervision the Senior Document Writer drafts, reviews, and edits medical, dental and vision plan documents. This position will support plan document needs for new business by creating plan documents and summaries of benefits and coverage (SBC's). **Required Qualifications** + 2-4 years with extensive plan writing experience supporting self-funded or fully insured plans. + 2-4 years of experience in the health insurance industry. + Proficiency with Microsoft Office Word, Excel, SharePoint, and Outlook applications. + Must be an independent, critical thinker who is a self-starter and deadline driven. + Strong attention to detail and accuracy performing at high levels in a fast paced and constantly changing work environment. **Preferred Qualifications** + Knowledge and experience in medical, dental, and vision benefits. + Knowledge and experience with benefit terminology. + General understanding of compliance and regulatory issues (ERISA, HIPAA, ACA, COBRA). + Organizes time efficiently to ensure that tasks are completed to meet or exceed deadlines. + Strong verbal and written communication skills. **Education** + High School Diploma or GED. **Anticipated Weekly Hours** 40 **Time Type** Full time **Pay Range** The typical pay range for this role is: $18.50 - $42.35 This pay range represents the base hourly rate or base annual full-time salary for all positions in the job grade within which this position falls. The actual base salary offer will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education, geography and other relevant factors. This position is eligible for a CVS Health bonus, commission or short-term incentive program in addition to the base pay range listed above. Our people fuel our future. Our teams reflect the customers, patients, members and communities we serve and we are committed to fostering a workplace where every colleague feels valued and that they belong. **Great benefits for great people** We take pride in our comprehensive and competitive mix of pay and benefits - investing in the physical, emotional and financial wellness of our colleagues and their families to help them be the healthiest they can be. In addition to our competitive wages, our great benefits include: + **Affordable medical plan options,** a **401(k) plan** (including matching company contributions), and an **employee stock purchase plan** . + **No-cost programs for all colleagues** including wellness screenings, tobacco cessation and weight management programs, confidential counseling and financial coaching. + **Benefit solutions that address the different needs and preferences of our colleagues** including paid time off, flexible work schedules, family leave, dependent care resources, colleague assistance programs, tuition assistance, retiree medical access and many other benefits depending on eligibility. For more information, visit ***************************************** We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on: 12/22/2025 Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state and local laws. We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We do not discriminate in recruiting, hiring, promotion, or any other personnel action based on race, ethnicity, color, national origin, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Part-time, Temporary, Internship Description Catch Des Moines has an opening for the position of Sports Event Intern. This position will work with the Sports department on executing events, specifically the AAU Junior Olympic Games. Qualified individuals will possess self-starting skills with an eagerness to learn and take on responsibilities while furthering their education and abilities. Duties: Represent Catch Des Moines at sporting events; providing support and welcoming visitors to our city. Assist with logistics, volunteer recruitment, planning and customer service for the 2026 AAU Junior Olympic Games. Assist with implementation of additional events and projects. Assist with projects and duties as assigned by the Director of Sports. Requirements Approximately 15 hours per week in the Spring and 40 hours during Summer. Downtown parking provided. Knowledge in Microsoft Office. Must be present at events taking place in Des Moines; schedule of events will be communicated prior to start date (additional events may be scheduled during internship). AAU Junior Olympics July 28-Aug 8, 2026 Consistent and reliable presence at work is an important part of the job. Target start date: March 2026

The Gazette in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, is seeking an energetic and experienced deputy managing editor to fill a key leadership role in our news operation. This editor works with reporters every day and helps supervise and coach them to produce their best work, while also working to refining the operation and journalistic practices as needed. Our ideal candidate has a history of impactful work, running teams of reporters and finding ways to deliver the most impactful overall news products as possible. You think on digital and print platforms, are audience-focused and have impeccable journalistic ethics and news judgment. This editor must be a collaborative and a supportive colleague who can help get the best out of everyone they work with. You should make strong decisions and always be thinking of options in a fast-changing news environment. You'll be thinking about creating the best possible presentations of photos, text and other elements. You'll edit locally produced stories, help build daily digital and print editions. You will be comfortable jumping between tasks, and also pushing reporters to think big. The deputy managing editor helps coach, plan and execute publication of news products on print and digital platforms. You'll work across news beats (government, environment, investigative, features and more) and should be curious and keep tabs on what's happening across the region. You'll keep calm and collected under pressure. The role works in close collaboration with the managing editor and other section editors and oversees a portion of the reporting staff. This role requires writing, planning, assigning and editing content and assisting with special projects as needed. This role contributes reporting on stories on as-needed basis. This role has a strong understanding of storytelling - traditional or alternative story forms and audio/visual and newsletters -- for print and digital platforms. Our ideal candidate takes a step back and thinks about context and the bigger picture, but also thinks about daily reporting and how to share iterative. You'll think logically about story organization and context, help explain processes and ask detailed questions along the way. You'll strive to put the audience first, will help coach transparency and journalism of the highest caliber. You'll value open records and data-driven reporting and helping reporters make and manage their requests for such information, even in routine stories. You believe in being transparent, are a clear communicator, are comfortable explaining journalistic practices and enjoy trying to lead in a dynamic and rapidly changing news environment. You'll help guide policy and help coach journalists to the highest journalistic standards, build newsroom training programs and help hold the staff accountable to delivering their best possible work. Our organization: Our news operation is a quality-driven newsroom that combines digital and print for The Gazette, TheGazette.com as well as several niche and community journalism digital sites. Located in Cedar Rapids, our team produces three print newspapers each week and digital editions seven days per week. Employees are expected to work from the office three days per week, with two days per week currently designated as work from home. Our company has a strong tradition of being independent and is employee owned. The majority of our news team is focused on enterprise reporting, and we have a strong spirit of collaboration with other news agencies. While we're focused in Cedar Rapids -- Iowa's second-largest city - we have reporters in Des Moines and Iowa City, home to the University of Iowa. The region is rich with things to do outside of work hours. This position is salaried, full-time employment position and includes health, dental and vision insurance as well as a complete suite of employee benefits including a 401K and additional employee stock ownership and vesting program (ESOP). Job Skills & Attributes: Excellent editing, coaching/leadership and writing skills. Attentive to detail, well-organized and able to develop and execute content plans. Must be able to distill complex topics into easy-to-understand works and able to help others build their skills for doing so. Good communication and relationship-building skills are important while also understanding elements important to local communities. Basic understanding of digital analytics and desire to understand audiences. Ideal candidate is able to make decisions and demonstrate sound news judgment. Ability to thrive in fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment. Confident decision-maker. Strong digital mindset. Works well with others and is attentive, with follow-up with staff, sources and customers. Minimum Requirements & qualifications: Preferred - undergraduate degree in journalism, English, communications or related course of study. Must have valid driver's license and history of safe driving habits. Candidate must be highly organized, a confident decision-maker and committed to ongoing improvement and coaching. Juggling multiple deadlines simultaneously should be expected, and you should be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment. Ideal candidate will possess basic video and photography skills and always has a desire to learn new things. Approximately six to 10 years' work experience in editing, coaching and publication production. Candidate must successfully complete a pre-employment drug screen. The hiring process will include a screening interview, interviews with colleagues and reporters as well as a site visit. You should be prepared to demonstrate your experience and skills throughout the process. Employees at The Gazette receive competitive benefits including health, dental, 401k match and a comprehensive wellness program. 100% Employee owned. EOE. Pre-employment background check, MVR and drug screen required.

Writers for MIU News will seek out potential stories, gather information, take photos where relevant, get the appropriate permissions, draft the stories, and submit them to the editor for review. Once approved they would post the stories to the MIU News site. Responsibilities may also include maintaining the events page, meaning keeping the page up to date with all relevant information, photos or other images, and appropriate links to further information. Students this Position Appeals to: Students in any major who enjoy and are skilled in writing and wish to use their skills to inform and inspire the MIU campus community through MIU News. Experience Gained / Advantages for Student: MIU is a dynamic institution of higher learning with a great deal of newsworthy activities and achievements and countless interesting people worthy of news profiles. MIU News can help build community, increase student enrollment and retention, enhance community spirit, support staff and faculty recruiting and retention, and more. Communication Skills Development: Gain expertise in news and feature writing, effective information gathering, and mastering interview techniques. This role also provides opportunities to enhance visual storytelling skills through photography. Digital Publishing Proficiency: Learn or further develop knowledge of basic page layout in WordPress, a widely used platform in the digital publishing industry. This hands-on experience will be valuable in various professional settings. Transferable Skills Acquisition: Build a diverse skill set but also gain practical experience that is highly transferable and beneficial for their future academic and professional endeavors. Develop strong written, verbal, and visual communication abilities that apply to journalism, marketing, public relations, and digital media careers. Job Responsibilities: Story Development: Proactively seek out compelling and relevant stories for MIU News, by identifying potential story angles and conducting thorough research to gather comprehensive information. Information Gathering: Conduct personal interviews with key sources to gather firsthand information and insights. Utilize a variety of other sources as necessary to collect relevant data. Photography and Media Management: Capture high-quality photographs that complement and enhance the written content. Ensure proper permissions and releases are obtained from individuals interviewed or photographed. Content Creation: Draft well-crafted and engaging news stories based on gathered information and interviews. Editorial Collaboration: Collaborate with the editor to refine and finalize stories for publication, incorporating feedback and making necessary revisions. Participate in meetings to discuss story ideas, progress, and feedback. Digital Publishing and Platform Management: Utilize MIU News's WordPress platform to format, edit, and post completed stories for publication, ensuring content is optimized for online readership. Job Qualifications: Demonstrated experience in writing, preferably in a journalistic or related field. Formal training in writing, journalism, or communication is ideal but not required. Genuine enthusiasm for sharing news at MIU, with a passion for storytelling. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including active listening and clear articulation of ideas. Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to engage effectively with a diverse range of individuals, especially during interviews. Willingness and ability to work collaboratively with an editor and other team members. Openness to receiving constructive feedback and making revisions to improve quality of work. Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage tasks, priorities, and deadlines effectively/ Attention to detail and accuracy in research, writing, and content creation. Initiative to take ownership of projects, contribute ideas, and seek out opportunities. Basic understanding of digital media tools, including WordPress, or willingness to learn. Location: On Campus Supervisor: Craig Pearson Craig Pearson has been an integral part of MIU's writing and communication sphere for many years. Upon his arrival, he immersed himself in various roles that significantly impacted the university's academic and literacy landscape.

PURPOSE FOR THE POSITION: Contribute in any way necessary to the content gathering and producing for WHO 13. PRINCIPAL FUNCTIONS ESSENTIAL TO THE JOB: Engaging on-air and online personality. Ability to write web, text, and social-media versions of news stories. Ability to shoot and to edit video and sound. Ability to operate ENG Live truck. Ability to enterprise news stories. Ability to write and interpret broadcast-news copy. Ability to report live-breaking news. Ability to handle deadline pressure. Ability to drive news vehicles when needed. Other duties as assigned. MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED: Valid driver's license Computer literate. Experience with Final Cut Pro preferred Knowledge of social media platforms such as Twitter, Facebook, etc. 2 years television newsroom experience 2 years news reporting/writing experience preferred. 4-year college degree preferred Work under extreme pressure, deadlines, and adverse weather conditions Desk work, walking, and standing. RELATIONSHIPS: Internal contacts: All station personnel External contacts: General public STATEMENT ABOUT OTHER DUTIES: This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts or working conditions associated with the job. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks be performed when circumstances change, e.g. emergencies, changes in personnel, workload, rush jobs, special projects, technological developments, etc.

The Meteorologist Reporter will report, shoot, write and edit weather/news reports across multiple platforms. Produce and present weather/news reports for all platforms. Ensures that all weather/news content meets company standards for journalistic integrity and production quality. Writes and delivers weather / news stories in a clear and concise manner. Assists in writing, copy editing, researching and coordinating weather programming and other content. Responds to breaking and/or severe weather events and other urgent newsroom situations as required. Works closely with the weather team to develop comprehensive weather coverage. Participates in promotional activities including public appearances. Writes web stories detailing the local forecast on a daily basis. Interacts with viewers and users on social media sites. The MMVJ part of the job includes reporting three days a week. Ability to shoot pictures and edit stories from beginning to end. Winning candidate will be posting on the web and social media. Requirements & Skills: Bachelor's degree in Meteorology, or related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience. Entry level to 2 years' experience in weather presentation and reporting preferred. Must be able to shoot video and perform non-linear editing. Ability to write story from beginning to end. Knowledge of ENPS helpful. Proficiency with Barron's Radar is helpful. Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments, and handle multiple tasks simultaneously. Strong understanding of the field of Meteorology and a proven track record of forecasting. Valid driver's license with a good driving record. Flexibility to work any shift.

Major goals and objectives. This role administers many of the daily tasks of Agriculture.com, including updating the homepage, sending the newsletter, editing short videos, and posting to social media. This role is responsible for writing original articles on breaking news and new farm equipment for Agriculture.com. In addition, this individual will be responsible for posting freelance and partner articles to the website. Essential Job Functions 30% - Covering news for Agriculture.com, including writing articles, coordinating with the news and editorial team, and reporting on new equipment launches. The individual for this role needs to be able to react to news quickly and write articles with a short turnaround. 40% - Executing on news distribution, including updating the homepage, posting to social media, producing social media videos, and sending the daily newsletter. For each of these areas, that includes following best practices and using analytics to guide day-to-day decisions. 15% - Coordinating posting freelance and partner articles to Agriculture.com. This includes editing articles to align with Successful Farming's style and tone, and following best practices to optimize for Google Discover. This may include adding multimedia to these articles, including interactive graphs and charts and additional images. 15% - Travel to cover industry news events, including new product launches. Minimum Qualifications and Job Requirements | All must be met to be considered. Education: Bachelor's degree in journalism, ag communications, or similar fields. Experience: Writing background is required. Experience with social media and using a content management system is preferred. Specific Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: -Attention to detail -Ability to follow directions with minimal supervision -Ability to react quickly -Agriculture interest or background -Self starter It is the policy of People Inc. to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, the Company will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. Accommodation requests can be made by emailing *************. The Company participates in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees. For further information about the E-Verify program, please click here: ********************************** #NMG#

Job Details EIMG N Dyersville Commercial - Dyersville, IA Part Time High School Road Warrior Media - Journalism - NewspaperDescription We have a part-time sports writer position available with Woodward Community Media newspapers based out of Dyersville, Iowa. Our sports writers cover local and area sports events, take photos, collect information and write the stories our subscribers look forward to reading. The qualified candidate must be able to work up to 15 hours per week and be available after 3 p.m. with occasional weekend work. Part-time benefits include competitive wage, employee stock ownership and 401(k) retirement plans. Qualifications Successful sports writer qualifications: high school diploma or equivalent, basic understanding of most sports, comfortable meeting and interviewing new people, familiar with technology (mobile devices, common computer programs, Internet), excellent command of the English language, propensity for accuracy, accuracy and ability to meet deadlines, and valid driver's license. Experience with page design software, editing, headline writing and interviewing desired.

Community Reporter- Mt Pleasant The Southeast Iowa Union is searching for its next rising star journalist. Our newest team member will be aggressive, hard-working, and a self-starter willing to work independently and together as a team to produce exciting print and digital news products. You will cover a wide variety of topics, from government meetings to community celebrations throughout Southeast Iowa - primarily in Mt Pleasant and Henry County. We are a part of a progressive print and digital media company including publications in multiple communities in Eastern Iowa, as well as our parent company, the Gazette in Cedar Rapids. Summary: Gathers and writes a variety of news and features stories across a variety of topics and works to engage readers across multiple publications on varying deadlines, in innovative ways. This reporter should be as comfortable covering an ongoing news story as they are writing a great feature story or diving into a regional enterprise story. This position provides content for online and print platforms for multiple entities. Responsibilities: Strong understanding of putting intermediate topics into context and writing clearly and concisely. Tracks trends on topical area and develops and cultivates sources (i.e. people, records, databases, etc.) across a wide variety of interests. Maintains a list of story ideas relevant to readers with emphasis on original enterprise stories that set an agenda for the city, county and/or region. Takes ownership of topical area(s). Is recognized as the in-house expert in topical area of expertise. Uses solid news judgement and strong writing skills to frame stories to local and regional audiences. Can shoot video and still pictures while gathering proper facts and details. May be responsible for performing basic video editing and web publishing. Can complete basic audio recordings, edit and post to topical websites. Identifies opportunities for using a variety of ways of storytelling (video, audio, pictures, text, etc.) and regularly finds opportunities to put the ideas into practice. Demonstrates proficiency in using existing and new tools to gather, display and report content and also present news in context. Attends training to learn and apply these tools. May be assigned page layout and design of select pages, possibly for multiple publications, using InDesign Adheres to all professional and company policies and ethical standards. Job skills & attributes: Must be a flexible, self-motivated, creative go-getter and problem solver who works well independently and on a team. Must display technical aptitude and have strong ability to write and report well and distill complex subjects into understandable, accessible elements. Must have empathy and toughness and be a good listener. Must work well with others and be attentive to follow-up with sources and customers. Candidate possesses basic video and photography skills, but always has desire to learn new skills. Minimum Requirements: Undergraduate degree in journalism, English or related course of study. Must have valid driver's license and history of safe driving habits. Must demonstrate ability to work quickly and accurately with limited supervision and must have ideas on how to present news in an ever-changing media landscape. Some video, photography skills are preferred. Salary: Regular/Hourly 40 hours. Benefits available including health, dental, vision, 401k and more. As part of a stable, employee-owned group of publications that include The Gazette in Cedar Rapids, the Washing Journal, The Mt Pleasant News and the Fairfield Ledger we can offer a competitive salary, excellent benefits, advancement opportunities and the ability to be a part of our ESOP. EOE. Pre-employment background check, drug screen and MVR required.

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 43 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 KCRG: KCRG-TV9 is the most-watched and most-trusted news outlet covering Eastern Iowa. Based in Cedar Rapids with a bureau in Dubuque, we are dedicated to being a part of our community and keeping that community informed. We produce 7 hours of news each day, support a robust social media and digital platform, and carry dozens of live sports and community events a year with our live production unit. Job Summary/Description: KCRG-TV9, the #1 rated news station covering Eastern Iowa, is seeking an enterprising morning news reporter to join our team. Our morning newscast is far and away the most watched in the market. This position helps produce original, enterprise reporting while driving breaking news coverage. This person should be able to multitask and plan ahead on enterprise reporting, while being adaptable to quickly shift gears into breaking news. The position demands multiple live shots daily, so previous experience reporting live is essential. All live shots are with a photographer, not solo. Duties/Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: * Shoot, write, and edit news content. * Present content live in a clear and engaging format. * Engage with viewers and sources through social media channels. * Reformat and write content for digital platforms. * Research story ideas using open records. * Develop and maintain sources. * Participate in story selection and play an active role in the editorial process. * Various shift work will be required; some holiday work is required. * Perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications/Requirements: * Degree in journalism, communications, or related field. * Previous on-air experience in a TV newsroom setting. * Proven skills in news judgement and news writing. * Have and maintain a clean driving record. If you feel you're qualified and want to work with a great group of people, go to **************************************** you may type in the job title, station call letters, or click on "apply now", upload your resume, cover letter, and references (Current employees who are interested in this position can apply through the Gray-TV UltiPro self-service portal) KCRG-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 43 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 KCRG: KCRG-TV9 is the most-watched and most-trusted news outlet covering Eastern Iowa. Based in Cedar Rapids with a bureau in Dubuque, we are dedicated to being a part of our community and keeping that community informed. We produce 7 hours of news each day, support a robust social media and digital platform, and carry dozens of live sports and community events a year with our live production unit. Job Summary/Description: KCRG-TV9, the #1 rated news station covering Eastern Iowa, is seeking an enterprising morning news reporter to join our team. Our morning newscast is far and away the most watched in the market. This position helps produce original, enterprise reporting while driving breaking news coverage. This person should be able to multitask and plan ahead on enterprise reporting, while being adaptable to quickly shift gears into breaking news. The position demands multiple live shots daily, so previous experience reporting live is essential. All live shots are with a photographer, not solo. Duties/Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: - Shoot, write, and edit news content. - Present content live in a clear and engaging format. - Engage with viewers and sources through social media channels. - Reformat and write content for digital platforms. - Research story ideas using open records. - Develop and maintain sources. - Participate in story selection and play an active role in the editorial process. - Various shift work will be required; some holiday work is required. - Perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications/Requirements: - Degree in journalism, communications, or related field. - Previous on-air experience in a TV newsroom setting. - Proven skills in news judgement and news writing. - Have and maintain a clean driving record. If you feel you're qualified and want to work with a great group of people, go to *************************************** , you may type in the job title, station call letters, or click on "apply now", upload your resume, cover letter, and references (Current employees who are interested in this position can apply through the Gray-TV UltiPro self-service portal) KCRG-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.

The Meteorologist Reporter will report, shoot, write and edit weather/news reports across multiple platforms. Produce and present weather/news reports for all platforms. Ensures that all weather/news content meets company standards for journalistic integrity and production quality. Writes and delivers weather / news stories in a clear and concise manner. Assists in writing, copy editing, researching and coordinating weather programming and other content. Responds to breaking and/or severe weather events and other urgent newsroom situations as required. Works closely with the weather team to develop comprehensive weather coverage. Participates in promotional activities including public appearances. Writes web stories detailing the local forecast on a daily basis. Interacts with viewers and users on social media sites. The MMVJ part of the job includes reporting three days a week. Ability to shoot pictures and edit stories from beginning to end. Winning candidate will be posting on the web and social media. Requirements & Skills: Bachelor's degree in Meteorology, or related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience. Entry level to 2 years' experience in weather presentation and reporting preferred. Must be able to shoot video and perform non-linear editing. Ability to write story from beginning to end. Knowledge of ENPS helpful. Proficiency with Barron's Radar is helpful. Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments, and handle multiple tasks simultaneously. Strong understanding of the field of Meteorology and a proven track record of forecasting. Valid driver's license with a good driving record. Flexibility to work any shift.

We have a part-time sports writer position available with Woodward Community Media newspapers based out of Dyersville, Iowa. Our sports writers cover local and area sports events, take photos, collect information and write the stories our subscribers look forward to reading. The qualified candidate must be able to work up to 15 hours per week and be available after 3 p.m. with occasional weekend work. Part-time benefits include competitive wage, employee stock ownership and 401(k) retirement plans.

Health Reporter Summary: The health care reporter is focused on covering the healthcare beat in Iowa: the industry, access and delivery of care to patients, medical research, insurance and uninsured, public and environmental health and medical workforce related issues. This reporter is focused on health data and long-term trends and methods of care as well as research happening within Iowa. This position handles topics on both short-term and longer-term deadlines and should be adept at both daily and enterprise reporting. This position is also focused on diseases like cancer, understanding the human body and genetics. Responsibilities: Strong understanding of putting complicated topics into context and writing clearly and concisely and making information accessible to audiences. Tracks topics and trends and develops and cultivates sources (i.e. people, records, databases, etc.) across the health care, public health and medical research spectrums. Uses public records, open records requests and data to supplement reporting; understands basic spreadsheet and data analysis. Monitors public agendas of government bodies and writes about the events, explaining the impacts through eyes of those impacted. Maintains a list of story ideas relevant to readers with emphasis on original enterprise stories are focused on health care topics. Takes ownership of topical area(s). Is recognized as the in-house expert in topical area of expertise. Understands digital mindset and uses analytics and metrics to extend reach of work. Uses solid news judgement, strong writing skills to frame stories to regional audiences. Can shoot basic video and still pictures as necessary while gathering proper facts and details. Candidate is responsible for performing basic video editing and web publishing. Effectively communicates with visual team when added level of photos/videos is required. Passionate about explainer style reporting and uses alternative story forms to effectively tell stories. Identifies opportunities for using a variety of ways of storytelling (video, audio, pictures, text, etc.) and regularly finds opportunities to put the ideas into practice. Comfortable hosting/moderating in-person and online panel discussions as required Uses social media and newsletters to help build audience. Demonstrates proficiency in using existing and new tools to gather, display and report content and also present news in context. Attends training to learn and apply these tools. Adheres to all professional and company policies and ethical standards. Job skills & attributes: Ideal candidate will be a flexible, self-motivated, creative go-getter and problem solver who works well on a team with varying abilities. Candidate must display technical aptitude and have strong ability to write and report well and distill complex subjects into understandable, accessible elements. Must have empathy and toughness and be a good listener. Must work well with others and be attentive to follow-up with sources and customers. Candidate possesses basic video and photography skills, but always has desire to learn new skills. Minimum Requirements: Undergraduate degree in journalism, English, communications or related course of study. For this role, ideal candidate could also have health sciences or public health areas of medical degrees. Must have valid driver's license and history of safe driving habits. Candidates must demonstrate the ability to work quickly and accurately and must have ideas on how to present news in an ever-changing media landscape. Some video, photography skills are a must. Approximately 2 to 5 years of experience in a multimedia newsroom is required. Salary: Regular/Hourly 40 hours. Employees at The Gazette receive competitive benefits including health, dental, 401k match and a comprehensive wellness program. 100% Employee owned. EOE. Pre-Employment drug screen, motor vehicle and background checks required.

Job Details EIMG N Dyersville Commercial - Dyersville, IA Flexible Full-time (30 - 39 hrs/week) 4 Year Degree Road Warrior Any Media - Journalism - NewspaperDescription Overall Responsibilities: Write news and feature stories for both print and online as assigned by managing editor. Take news and feature photos and video; assist with sports as needed. Work in a professional manner with the public, representing our company in a positive way. Specific Responsibilities: Develop an understanding of the area and issues to be able to initiate news sources and contacts to assist in stories. Write accurate, fair, timely and interesting news and feature stories for weekly publications and special sections and magazines, following AP style. Take accurate and complete notes while covering meetings and interviewing, using tape recorder as back up. Take fresh and interesting photos and videos for news and feature coverage, meeting reproduction needs, getting accurate identities of all people and places in the photos and write clear, accurate and interesting cutlines. Meet all deadlines as assigned. Represent the newspaper in service areas. Monitor ongoing news and issues in the area. Assist in creation of, and adhere to, WCI policies and journalistic ethics. Maintain a commitment to internal and external customer service. Assist with drop off of inserts and other publication needs. Adhere to WCI policies and journalistic ethics. Actively participates in the Great Game of Business. Performs other job-related duties as assigned. Qualifications Knowledge: Bachelor's degree or equivalent; preferred two years of newspaper or related media/communications experience; familiarity with overall newspaper operations, current events and history. Skills: English language; spelling; communication; goal setting; computer operation; time management, photography; ability to perform efficiently and accurately on deadline. Reporting, interviewing, writing, typing, planning and organizing. Behavior: Exhibits a commitment to quality and service. Is a team player. Has ability to be objective. Is capable of accepting constructive criticism; communicative with other staff members and supervisors; has good creativity and eye for design; is a good representative of the Dyersville Commercial, Cascade Pioneer and Manchester Press; colleagues as a member of the journalism profession. Conducts self in a professional manner, with dress and self-care appropriate for the job. Maintains a valid drivers license.

Overall Responsibilities: * Write news and feature stories for both print and online as assigned by managing editor. * Take news and feature photos and video; assist with sports as needed. * Work in a professional manner with the public, representing our company in a positive way. Specific Responsibilities: * Develop an understanding of the area and issues to be able to initiate news sources and contacts to assist in stories. * Write accurate, fair, timely and interesting news and feature stories for weekly publications and special sections and magazines, following AP style. * Take accurate and complete notes while covering meetings and interviewing, using tape recorder as back up. * Take fresh and interesting photos and videos for news and feature coverage, meeting reproduction needs, getting accurate identities of all people and places in the photos and write clear, accurate and interesting cutlines. * Meet all deadlines as assigned. * Represent the newspaper in service areas. * Monitor ongoing news and issues in the area. * Assist in creation of, and adhere to, WCI policies and journalistic ethics. * Maintain a commitment to internal and external customer service. * Assist with drop off of inserts and other publication needs. * Adhere to WCI policies and journalistic ethics. * Actively participates in the Great Game of Business. * Performs other job-related duties as assigned.