NEWS ANCHOR (SUNRISE/NOON) - WVIR

Gray Media, Inc.; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision coverage

HSA contributions

FSA

Life and disability benefits

Parental leave

401(k) with matching

Employee Assistance Program

Relocation assistance

Paid Time Off

Job summary

WVIR-TV (29News) in Charlottesville, VA seeks an experienced anchor/reporter to lead on-air coverage and reporting at a dominant local station. This role requires strong deadlines, multitasking, and a professional presence on camera in a fast-paced news environment.

You will also contribute to digital platforms and social media, collaborate with a team, and deliver compelling stories from a community-focused station.

Qualifications

• Proven anchoring and reporting experience; broadcast producing experience required.
• Strong on-camera interviewing skills and poise during breaking news.
• Effective digital and social media skills.

Responsibilities

• Must meet deadlines and be able to multitask.
• Social media involvement and knowledge.
• Professional appearance.

Skills

Anchoring

Reporting

Broadcast producing

Interviews

Social media

Job description

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.

We understand that life needs balance. That is why we offer our employees and eligible family members a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Comprehensive Medical(Rx), Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Health Savings Account with Company contributions
• Flexible Spending Account
• Employer-paid life and disability benefits
• Paid parental leave benefits
• Adoption and Surrogacy Benefits
• 401(k) Plan, including matching and profit-sharing contributions
• Employee Assistance Program
• Voluntary benefits, including Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness, Accident Insurance, and supplemental life insurance coverage
• Paid Time Off, including Relocation PTO
• Focus on Caring

$44,475.40/yr.

Shift and Schedule:

Mon. - Fri. (or at the Manager's Discretion)

Job Type:

Full-Time

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Job Summary/Description:

WVIR-TV (29News) is the dominant television station in Charlottesville, Virginia. Located right on the historic Downtown Mall, our station sits in the heart of the city’s vibrant cultural and dining district, just minutes from the Blue Ridge Mountains.

Duties/Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Must meet deadlines and be able to multitask
• Strong work ethic
• Social Media involvement and knowledge
• Professional appearance

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Proven anchoring and reporting experience; broadcast producing experience required
• Strong on-camera interviewing skills and poise during breaking news
• Effective digital and social media skills
• Strong interpersonal skills and a commitment to working in a team environment
• A dependable work ethic and a great sense of humor!

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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