NEWS ANCHOR/MMJ (AM) - WBBJ

Gray Media, Inc.; Jackson (TN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News in Jackson, Tennessee, part of Gray Media, is seeking an Anchor/Reporter to join the No. 1 AM Team in West Tennessee. The role calls for an energetic on-air presence, the ability to carry the show when needed, and collaboration with co-anchors to build a cohesive team.

This position offers a pathway from fill-in or weekend anchor to a Monday-Friday role, with opportunities to own stories, develop beats and sources, and deliver engaging coverage across news and sports.

Qualifications

• A four-year degree in broadcast journalism, communications, or related fields is preferred.
• A positive attitude and strong work ethic are key to being the right candidate.
• Able to carry 40 pounds of gear and maintain a clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Anchor and report for the No. 1 AM team in West Tennessee.
• Own stories, breaking news and severe weather coverage.
• Develop beats and sources; work with co-anchors to build a cohesive team.

Skills

Broadcast journalism

News reporting

On-air presence

Education

Bachelor's degree in journalism/communications

Job description

Gray Media, or Gray, is a multimedia company headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia. 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 45 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 WBBJ:

WBBJ-TV is the local ABC, CBS, and ME TV station for West Tennessee. The Station is the number one source for news, weather, and sports within our coverage area. The Station is an ideal place for journalists to begin their careers, with several of our former employees now working in large markets across the Country.

Job Summary/Description:

WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News in Jackson, Tenn., is looking for an Anchor/Reporter to join the No. 1 AM Team in West Tennessee.

Our anchors connect with the viewers, having an energetic approach to delivering the news. You will need a strong on-air presence, the ability to carry the show when needed, and to work well with your co-anchors to build a cohesive and enjoyable team to watch.

This is a great opportunity for a fill-in or weekend Anchor to move to a high-profile, Monday-Friday position. It is also a good opportunity for a Sports Anchor to move into a News Anchor role.

As a Reporter, you will need to be committed to “owning” the story, as well as breaking news/severe weather coverage. This requires candidates to develop their own “beats” and sources. The candidate must be able to carry 40 pounds of gear and have a clean driving record.

Please note - primary job duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the information listed above

Qualifications/Requirements:

• A four-year degree in broadcast journalism, communications, or related fields is preferred.
• A positive attitude and strong work ethic are key to being the right candidate.

WBBJ-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.

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