State Reporter - Wis-Tv

STATE HOUSE REPORTER - WIS-TV

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 U.S. 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.

Gray also owns Gray Digital Media, a full‑service digital agency, and other media properties such as Raycom Sports, Tupelo Media Group, Power Nation Studios, Assembly Atlanta, and Third Rail Studios.

WIS is the #1 local media organization in the Columbia, South Carolina market. 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 also hosts Palmetto Sports & Entertainment and is an affiliate of Telemundo SC.

We are seeking an experienced, versatile State House Reporter based in Columbia, South Carolina. You will cover the South Carolina State House and statewide politics for all six Gray television stations that cover the state. This fast‑paced, high‑impact role requires a journalist who can develop sources, break stories, produce compelling TV and digital content, and represent our stations with accuracy, fairness, and urgency.

• Report daily on state government, legislative activity, executive actions, and major statewide issues affecting South Carolinians.
• Develop and maintain a broad network of sources across the legislature, state agencies, political circles, and advocacy organizations.
• Produce high‑quality, accurate TV segments (live hits, packages, VOs, SOTs) and digital‑first content (short videos, social posts, articles) tailored to four station audiences.
• Break or illuminate stories with statewide impact; pursue enterprise and investigative reporting projects when appropriate.
• Provide live coverage from the Statehouse, committee hearings, press conferences, and election events; travel across the state as needed.
• Collaborate with producers, photographers, digital editors, and station managers to plan coverage and meet deadlines.
• Translate complex policy and legislative actions into clear, audience‑friendly reporting.
• Monitor and respond to breaking news; be prepared for irregular hours, early mornings, and evening coverage during legislative sessions or crises.
• Maintain ethical standards in sourcing, attribution, and fact‑checking; follow station editorial guidelines and legal best practices.

• Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Communications, Political Science, or related field (or equivalent professional experience).
• 3+ years of political/government reporting experience—covering a state legislature strongly preferred.
• Strong on‑camera presence and proven ability to deliver live reports under pressure.
• Demonstrated ability to produce polished TV packages, write tight scripts, and craft engaging digital content.
• Excellent news judgment, storytelling skills, and ability to work on multiple stories to tight deadlines.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; excellent editing and multitasking abilities.
• Reliable transportation and willingness to travel statewide on short notice.

If you feel you’re qualified and want to work with a great group of people, visit (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).#current openings to find the position or click “apply now” to upload your resume, cover letter, and references. Current employees may apply through the Gray‑TV Ulti Pro self‑service portal.

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