NEWS ANCHOR (EVENING) - WHSV

Gray Media; Harrisonburg (VA); On-site; USD 43,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Health Savings Account

Flexible Spending Account

401(k) with match

Paid parental leave

Employee Assistance Program

Relocation assistance

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Gray Media is seeking an experienced evening anchor/producer to lead our late-night newscasts and editorial direction in Harrisonburg, VA. You will anchor the 10:00 and 11:00 pm editions and oversee the night shift, ensuring fast-paced, accurate coverage across screens.

You will co-anchor the 6:00 pm desk and help shape a forthcoming streaming newscast launching in 2027, while driving engagement on social media and the station app.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in a professional newsroom, anchoring and producing.
• Bachelor's degree in Journalism, Communications, or related field.
• Proficiency with ENPS and non-linear editing software.
• Experience with OTT/Streaming platforms.
• Editorial leadership experience a plus.
• Flexible schedule, able to work evenings.
• Exceptional writing skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead 10:00 pm and 11:00 pm newscasts anchoring and producing.
• Oversee the night shift and ensure accurate coverage.
• Co-anchor the 6:00 pm desk with a steady presence.
• Anchor upcoming streaming evening newscast launching in 2027.
• Drive multi-platform engagement on social, the app, and streaming.

Skills

Anchoring

Producing

Editorial leadership

Digital storytelling

Strong writing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Journalism or Communications

Tools

ENPS

Non-linear editing

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 46 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.

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 46 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.

We understand that life needs balance. That is why we offer our employees and eligible family members a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Comprehensive Medical(Rx), Dental and Vision Coverage
• Health Savings Account with Company contributions
• Flexible Spending Account
• Employer-paid life and disability benefits
• Paid parental leave benefits
• Adoption and Surrogacy Benefits
• 401(k) Plan, including matching and profit-sharing contributions
• Employee Assistance Program
• Voluntary benefits, including Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness, Accident Insurance, and supplemental life insurance coverage
• Paid Time Off, including Relocation PTO
• Focus on Caring

Salary/Wage

$43,000 - $47,000/yr.

Shift and Schedule

Mon. - Fri. (or at the Manager's Discretion)

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Summary/Description

Are you a newsroom leader who thrives on local news? Do you believe a great newscast isn’t just "delivered"; rather, it’s crafted with intention, urgency, and a digital-first heartbeat? We’re looking for a powerhouse evening anchor/producer to own the night, lead our editorial vision, and become the trusted voice our community turns to as the day winds down. This isn't just a seat behind a desk; it’s a role where you’ll shape the stories that matter across every screen - from the living room TV to the palm of our viewers' hands.

Duties/Responsibilities will include (but are not limited to):

What you'll do

• Own the late-night narrative: Produce and anchor our 10:00 pm and 11:00 pm newscasts, ensuring every show is fast-paced, high-energy, and packed with the information our audience needs.
• Lead the evening shift: Act as the editorial North Star for the night crew, making the tough calls and providing general oversight to ensure our coverage is accurate, fair, and first.
• Command the 6:00 desk: Co-anchor our flagship early evening newscast, bringing a steady presence that builds trust with our viewers.
• Pioneer the future of news: You'll anchor our upcoming streaming evening newscast (launching in 2027!), helping us define what "appointment viewing" looks like in a digital-first world.
• Drive multi-platform engagement: Ensure our evening coverage lives and breathes on social, our station app, and streaming platforms, meeting our audience wherever they are.

What you'll bring

• A commanding on-air presence: You don’t just read the news; you connect with the person on the other side of the glass with authenticity and authority.
• Killer producing instincts: You know how to stack a show for maximum impact and aren't afraid to blow up a rundown when breaking news hits.
• Editorial backbone: You have the experience and confidence to lead a newsroom, making quick, smart decisions under deadline pressure.
• Digital-first DNA: You’re already thinking about the streaming and social angles of a story before the cameras even turn on.
• A "Partner" mindset: You’re a collaborator who lifts the team, mentors young producers, and understands that we win as a unit.

Qualifications/Requirements

• Proven Track Record: 2+ years of experience in a professional newsroom, with significant time spent both anchoring and producing (we need someone who can do both at a high level).
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Communications, or a related field.
• Technical Savvy: Proficiency with newsroom computer systems (like ENPS) and non-linear editing software.
• Streaming Fluency: Experience with or a deep understanding of OTT/Streaming platforms and how to engage a digital audience.
• Leadership Experience: Previous experience in an editorial leadership role (Executive Producer, Managing Editor, or similar) is a huge plus.
• Flexibility: You understand news doesn't keep a 9:00-to-5:00 schedule, and you're ready to own the evening shift Monday through Friday.
• Communication Skills: Exceptional writing skills that translate to both conversational broadcast scripts and punchy digital copy.

WHSV-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.