Job Description
ASSIGNMENT MANAGER - KLTV
Gray Media - 2.6 Tyler, TX Job Details 5 hours ago Qualifications Journalism Calendar management Full Job Description About Gray Media:
Today, we are a growing multimedia company headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia. We are the nation's largest owner of top-rated local television stations and digital assets serving 117 full-power television markets that collectively reach approximately 37% of US television households. The portfolio includes 80 markets with the top-rated television station and 100 markets with the first and/or second highest rated television station in average all-day ratings across 116 of such markets that were measured by Nielsen in 2025. We also own the largest Telemundo Affiliate group with 47 markets and Gray Digital Media, a full-service digital agency offering national and local clients digital marketing strategies with the most advanced digital products and services. Our 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 KLTV:
KLTV and KTRE are the dominant stations in the Tyler/Longview/Lufkin/Nacogdoches, TX area of East Texas. We are affiliated with the ABC network and have been #1 by every ratings measure, uninterrupted in every newscast for 30+ years. We also have a very powerful, dominant digital presence in the market. We are a leader in the industry in digital innovation and digital products-operating and populating 11 different apps and producing a 19-hour-a-day live streaming news service from our newsroom on OTT, desktop, and on our mobile apps. Modern facility. Top-notch equipment. Experienced News Managers. Positive, encouraging workplace with an emphasis on teaching job skills and journalism. Dominant station is preparing for the future as a very powerful company in this industry. We believe we are among the best newsrooms in the country. Job Summary/Description:
This is a salaried, management position. This Assignments Manager plans the assignments for the KLTV and KTRE news crews for the following day and into the future. Planning is big in our newsroom. The Futures Assignments Manager gathers and manages all reporter pitches and supervises the pitch approval process to plan the coming days of assignments. This position manages reporter pitches and approves those pitches for the following day. This position keeps the futures file packed with follow-ups, emailed press releases, future court dates, etc. The Futures Assignments Manager issues a daily planning grid each afternoon for the following day's assignments. This person also guides and assists MMJs in daily assignments, changes, pivots, etc. All managers of the KLTV/KTRE
newsroom take on a remote "weekend manager" role on a rotating basis, approximately every 6-7 weeks, as part of normal duties. Please note - primary job duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the information listed above Qualifications/Requirements:
At least 2 years of experience working in a professional newsroom environment Must be organized and keep a calendar Regular newscast viewing, keeping up with local, national, and global events, is a must. Reasonable accessibility by phone after hours. If you feel you're qualified and want to work with a great group of people, go to https://gray.tv/careers#currentopenings (https://gray.tv/careers#currentopenings) , 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 ) KLTV-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. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.
