NEWS ANCHOR/MMJ - KTUU

Gray Media; Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Gray Media's Alaska’s News Source seeks an experienced News Anchor / Multimedia Journalist for the evening team (2:30p-10:30p, Mon-Fri). The role requires shooting, writing, and reporting across broadcast and digital platforms, with on-air anchoring and enterprise storytelling that resonates with Alaska communities.

The MMJ will co-anchor late newscasts, deliver accurate live reporting, and contribute to digital content for web and livestream.

Qualifications

• On-air reporting and anchoring in a broadcast newsroom (not entry-level).
• Proven enterprise and breaking-news reporting as an MMJ, with strong writing and story development.
• Hands-on MMJ skills: shoot, write, edit, and report; comfortable with digital/livestream content.

Responsibilities

• Report and anchor newscasts with authority and live presence.
• Produce and anchor segments for linear and digital channels.
• Pitch and execute enterprise stories with multi-element reporting.
• Deliver live shots and breaking news updates with speed and editorial judgment.
• Write and edit clear, contextual content for broadcast and web.

Skills

On-air reporting

Anchoring

MMJ (multimedia)

Shoot/write/edit

Live reporting

Editorial judgment

Tools

EDIUS

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 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 KTUU:

Alaska's News Source has a reputation of excellence as the state's most watched news source, producing 32 hours of broadcast news, weather, and sports content each week on KTUU-TV/Channel 2 and KYES/Channel 5 in Anchorage as well as KATH and KYEX in Southeast Alaska and KTVF and KXDN in Fairbanks. Strong reach and brand loyalty are augmented by added broadcast distribution to more than 200 rural communities throughout the state via ARCS-TV, Alaska's rural communications service. A leader in digital content, AlaskasNewSource.com offers breaking news and statewide community coverage. Our News and Weather Apps, podcasts, and streamed content offered through Connected TV platforms reach audiences far beyond broadcast. Our mission is "To Tell Alaska's Story," and we strive to consistently distinguish ourselves as Alaska's preferred source for news, information, and community service.

Job Summary/Description:

Alaska’s News Source is seeking an experienced News Anchor / Multimedia Journalist (MMJ) with a proven record of enterprise reporting. This is a critical role on our evening team (2:30p-10:30p Mon-Fri) - ideal for a seasoned MMJ/reporter with community ties, sharp news judgment, and the drive to report well-developed, well-written, high-impact stories. You’ll report daily in the earlier (4p/5p/6p) newscast/s as well as co-anchoring the late newscast (10p), as well as producing digital/livestream platforms.

• Report and anchor newscasts with authority, accuracy, and strong live presence
• Produce and anchor newscasts and/or key segments for linear and digital/livestream programming
• Pitch, develop, and execute enterprise stories - including complex, multi-element reporting
• As a Multimedia Journalist (MMJ)/Reporter, you must shoot, write, edit, and report (Edius experience is a plus)
• Deliver live shots and breaking news updates with speed, composure, and strong editorial judgment
• Write and edit content that is clear, accurate, and context-rich for broadcast, web, and social platforms
• Coordinate with newsroom leadership, producers, and digital teams to ensure consistent coverage across platforms
• Maintain high ethical standards, strong sourcing, and editorial transparency; uphold station and company policies
• Build and sustain community relationships and story sources; represent Alaska’s News Source professionally in public
• Mentor/collaborate with managers and staff to elevate storytelling, writing, and production quality
• Fill-in for other anchors on alternate shifts, as needed/assigned

Qualifications/Requirements:

• On‑air reporting and anchoring and experience in a broadcast newsroom (this is not an entry‑level role)
• Demonstrated ability as a self-starter and uphold strong editorial standards under deadline pressure
• Proven track record of enterprise and breaking‑news reporting as an MMJ, including complex story development and strong writing
• Anchoring experience with ability to build rundowns, stack shows, and write/approve scripts as needed
• Hands‑on MMJ skills: ability to shoot, write, edit, and manage live field reporting independently
• Comfortable anchoring/producing for digital and livestream content, including quick‑turn updates
• Excellent news judgment, ethical decision‑making, and commitment to accuracy and fairness
• Ability to develop and maintain community ties and source networks
• Ability to meet deadlines consistently
• Flexibility to work weekends, holidays, and breaking‑news schedules as needed

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 at every location where 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 Gray’s employees' ability to perform their job duties may result in discipline, up to and including discharge.

KTUU-TV/Gray Media is a drug-free company