NEWS ANCHOR/REPORTER (EVENING) - WPTA

Gray Media; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

WPTA, 21Alive, Fort Wayne's News Leader, is seeking an exceptional Anchor/Reporter for Monday-Friday early evening newscasts. The successful candidate will anchor newscasts regularly and coordinate with a team of multimedia producers to deliver compelling content.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Broadcast Journalism or related field, at least five years in broadcast journalism, and strong on-air reporting and writing skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Broadcast Journalism, Communications, or related field.
• At least five years of experience in broadcast journalism.
• Experience as a newscast anchor and lead story reporter preferred.
• Valid driver’s license with a good driving record.

Responsibilities

• Serves as anchor for Monday-Friday evening newscasts.
• Presents content from the news set and live in the field at the scene of breaking news and special events.
• Writes and copy edits news content for maximum viewer appeal, comprehension, impact, and clarity.
• Delivers content energetically and compellingly.
• Displays leadership skills in support of news management goals and audience management strategies.
• Regularly reports in the field in addition to anchoring daily newscasts.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Broadcast Journalism, Communications, or related field

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.

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.

About WPTA

WPTA TV is northeast Indiana's most honored broadcaster. Our commitment to quality television has been recognized with multiple National Edward R. Murrow Awards, regional Emmy Awards, and the highest honors from the Indiana Broadcasters Association. Our team produces 41 hours of news each week across our ABC and NBC channels and is committed to local, in-depth special programming that airs in addition to traditional newscasts. WPTA is part of Gray Media, a leading media company that owns and operates high-quality stations across the United States.

Job Summary/Description

WPTA, 21Alive, Fort Wayne's News Leader, is looking for an exceptional Anchor/Reporter for Monday-Friday early evening newscasts to join our team. The successful candidate will anchor newscasts on a regular basis. The Anchor/Reporter researches, writes, reports, and edits news material for television newscasts and all news platforms. This includes writing and posting daily on all digital platforms, including social media. This position coordinates with a team of multimedia producers to deliver compelling and promotable content.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Serves as anchor for Monday-Friday evening newscasts.
• Presents content from the news set and live in the field at the scene of breaking news and special events.
• Writes and copy edits news content for maximum viewer appeal, comprehension, impact, and clarity.
• Delivers content energetically and compellingly.
• Displays leadership skills in support of news management goals and audience management strategies.
• Regularly reports in the field in addition to anchoring daily newscasts.

Qualifications/Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Broadcast Journalism, Communications, or related field, or equivalent training and/or experience.
• At least five years of experience in broadcast journalism.
• Experience as a newscast anchor and lead story reporter preferred.
• Valid driver's license with a good driving record.

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 the ability of Gray’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.