NEWS ANCHOR (NIGHTSIDE) - WLFI

Gray Media; West Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

WLFI is seeking an anchor to lead the weeknight 10 and 11 pm newscasts, Monday through Friday, and to MMJ daily. The role involves developing, gathering, shooting, writing and editing compelling stories for broadcast and online.

You will report live from the field, post content to the website, and contribute story ideas while maintaining strong news judgment and the ability to work under deadline pressure. A college degree in journalism is preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience is preferred, but not required.
• College degree in journalism or related field.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record required.
• Strong news judgment.
• Strong writing skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment under pressure of strict deadlines.
• Non-linear editing.
• ENPS knowledge.
• Web publishing skills.
• Background check required.

Responsibilities

• Anchor our weeknight 10 & 11 pm newscasts Monday through Friday.
• Fill in as an anchor on other shifts as needed.
• Develop, gather, shoot, write, and edit compelling news stories.
• Report live from the field, as assigned.
• Write, edit, and post compelling content for the website.
• Contribute story ideas regularly; organizational skills and working under pressure are a must.
• Develop and maintain contacts and news sources.
• Attend and represent the station at community events regularly.
• Other job-related duties as required.

Skills

Strong writing skills

Strong news judgment

Ability to work under pressure

Attention to deadlines

Education

College degree in journalism or related field

Tools

ENPS

Non-linear editing

Web publishing

Job description

Company Overview

Gray Media is a growing multimedia company headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia. It is 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 U.S. television households. The portfolio includes 80 markets with the top‑rated television station and 100 markets with the first or second highest‑rated television station in average all‑day ratings across 116 of those markets, measured by Nielsen in 2025. Gray Media also owns 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 advanced digital products and services. Additional media properties include video production companies Raycom Sports, Tupelo Media Group, and PowerNation Studios, as well as studio production facilities Assembly Atlanta and Third Rail Studios.

About WLFI

WLFI (News 18) is the premier television station serving the Lafayette‑West Lafayette area—DMA Market 189—as a CBS affiliate. It provides comprehensive local news, weather, and sports coverage across West‑Central Indiana. The area offers a vibrant community, proximity to Purdue University, and strong regional ties, providing a balance of Midwest hospitality and global influence.

Job Summary

WLFI is looking for an anchor who will anchor our weeknight 10 & 11 pm newscasts, Monday through Friday, and also MMJ daily.

Responsibilities

• Anchor our nightside 10 & 11 pm and report five days a week.
• Fill in as an anchor on other shifts as needed.
• Develop, gather, shoot, write, and edit compelling news stories.
• Report live from the field, as assigned.
• Write, edit, and post compelling content for the website.
• Contribute story ideas regularly; organizational skills and working under pressure are a must.
• Develop and maintain contacts and news sources.
• Must attend and represent the station at community events regularly.
• Other job‑related duties as required.

Qualifications

• Experience preferred, but not required.
• College degree in journalism or related field.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record required.
• Strong news judgment.
• Strong writing skills.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment under pressure of strict deadlines.
• Non‑linear editing.
• ENPS knowledge.
• Web publishing skills.
• Background check required.

Employment Policies

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 employees’ ability to perform their job duties may result in discipline, up to and including discharge.

WLFI‑TV/Gray Media is a drug‑free company.