NEWS ANCHOR (SUNRISE/NOON) - WVIR

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Health Savings Account

401(k) plan with matching

Paid time off

Relocation PTO

Employee assistance program

Job summary

WVIR-TV (29News) in Charlottesville, part of Gray Media, seeks an experienced anchor/reporter. You will anchor, report, and assist with producing while maintaining a strong on-air presence and engaging with social media. The role requires professionalism, teamwork, and the ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced news environment.

You will contribute to digital storytelling and participate in coverage across local news, sports, and community events in the Charlottesville area.

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.
• Strong interpersonal skills and a commitment to teamwork.
• A dependable work ethic and a great sense of humor.

Responsibilities

• Must meet deadlines and be able to multitask.
• Strong work ethic and professional appearance.
• Social media involvement and knowledge.
• Collaborate with the team to produce quality content.

Skills

Anchoring

Reporting

Broadcast producing

On-camera interviewing

Digital media

Teamwork

Work ethic

Humor

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.

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

Salary/Wage:

$44,475.40/yr.

Shift and Schedule:

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

Job Type:

Full-Time

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.

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