NEWS ANCHOR (EVENING) - WVVA

Gray Television; Bluefield (WV); On-site; USD 40,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

WVVA is seeking an Evening Anchor who will take on a high-profile role characterized by strong leadership and journalistic integrity. Responsibilities include anchoring newscasts, producing shows, mentoring journalists, and engaging with the community, all while maintaining a clear and compelling broadcast standard.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of anchor experience preferred.
• Proven leadership and mentoring skills.
• Must have a valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Anchor regular newscasts and produce them.
• Connect with viewers and engage with the community.
• Generate story ideas and present news professionally.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

News Judgment

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor’s degree in communications or related field

Tools

ENPS

Edius

Job description

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 WVVA:

Nestled in the heart of the Appalachian Mountains in Nature’s Air-Conditioned City, Bluefield, WV, WVVA is centrally located to many major markets. The two Virginias are home to world-class white-water rafting, thousands of miles of hiking trails, skiing, and so much more. We love living here!

Job Summary/Description:

WVVA is looking for an Evening Anchor to round out our team of on-air journalists. This is a high-profile position that requires poise, journalistic integrity, and the ability to produce a newscast and turn exclusive content. We are looking for a candidate who will be regularly responsible for anchoring, producing, and executing top-notch newscasts. The right person will help mentor a team of journalists from all levels of experience in a team-oriented environment, help with story generation, and anchor from the field at times while thriving in breaking news situations. WVVA is committed to strong journalism and community service. The ideal candidate will establish connections and be involved in community affairs and activities, as well as engage with viewers on all platforms.

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

• Anchor regular newscasts.
• Work closely with co-anchor and producers to ensure story selection and quality of broadcast are clear, compelling, and consistent.
• Producing required.
• Work well under pressure in deadline-driven situations.
• Demonstrate the ability to connect with viewers and the community both on and off the desk.
• Edit and write.
• Generate story/segment ideas.
• Present news in a professional manner.
• Must have excellent leadership and people skills.
• Build local contacts and relationships.
• Candidate must be able to work in the collaborative environment of the newsroom with flexibility.

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in communications or related field preferred.
• 2-3 years of anchor experience preferred.
• Proven leadership, communication, and mentoring skills.
• Exceptional news judgment.
• Professional knowledge of broadcast news operations is a plus.
• Knowledge of ENPS and Edius is preferred.
• Must have a valid driver's license and pass a driver’s record check.

If you feel you’re qualified and want to work with a great group of people, go to 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 theGray-TV UltiPro self-service portal )

WVVA-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 encourages all new employees to be fully vaccinated against the coronavirus virus before the first workday.

Qualifications Behaviors

Preferred

Leader : Inspires teammates to follow them

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