NEWS ANCHOR (W/END EVENING) - WMC-TV

GRAY MEDIA; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Action News 5 in Memphis, the NBC affiliate, is seeking a dynamic evening anchor/reporter to work in a fast-paced newsroom. The candidate will cover breaking news, tell compelling stories, and present news on all platforms, including live and streaming formats.

This role requires weekend morning anchoring and reporting three days a week, with strong writing and on-air delivery. A Bachelor's degree in journalism or a related field and at least three years of on-air experience are essential.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of on-air experience.
• Bachelor's degree in journalism, communications, or a related field.
• Strong news judgment and the ability to gather information.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with solid knowledge of AP Style.
• Able to work well under pressure, meet daily deadlines, and handle limited supervision.
• Highly self-motivated with a proactive mindset and strong sense of initiative.
• A sharp eye for detail and a willingness to learn new and evolving technologies.
• Comfortable working independently and collaboratively as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Appear on the anchor desk to deliver content in an engaging way in a live linear or streaming format.
• Cover big, breaking stories with a fluid delivery, many times unscripted
• Turn engaging and interesting news packages that can air in all day parts
• Develop sources in the community to ensure impactful and unique content
• Have flexibility in schedule, including the ability to work mornings and weekends

Skills

On-air experience

Excellent written and verbal skills

AP Style

News judgment

Under pressure

Independence and teamwork

Proactive mindset

Adaptability to new tech

Education

Bachelor's degree in journalism/communications

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.

About WMC-TV

WMC, Action News 5 in Memphis, is the NBC affiliate and legacy news station in the highly competitive Memphis, Tennessee, Market. Action News 5 is driven by the community. We find solutions to problems that impact the people across four states. Through in-depth journalism and local partnerships, we strive to inform, inspire, empower, and support Memphis and the Mid-South. Our team at WMC, Action News 5, is always pushing the technology envelope. Broadcast and digital media innovation are in our DNA. Our team produces 46.5 hours of local programming on broadcast and more than 100 hours on OTT, including nearly 60 NCAA Division I men's and women's sporting events for ESPN Plus.

Job Summary/Description

Action News 5 is in search of a dynamic evening anchor/reporter who is ready to work in a modernized, fast-paced newsroom. The ideal candidate will have the ability to cover breaking news, tell compelling stories, and present the news on all platforms. This position requires weekend morning anchoring and reporting 3 days a week. Quality writing and on-air delivery are a must.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Appear on the anchor desk to deliver content in an engaging way in a live linear or streaming format.
• Cover big, breaking stories with a fluid delivery, many times unscripted
• Turn engaging and interesting news packages that can air in all day parts
• Develop sources in the community to ensure impactful and unique content
• Have flexibility in schedule, including the ability to work mornings and weekends

Qualifications/Requirements

• At least 3 years of on-air experience
• Bachelor's degree in journalism, communications, or a related field
• Strong news judgment and the ability to gather information
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with solid knowledge of AP Style
• Able to work well under pressure, meet daily deadlines, and handle limited supervision
• Highly self-motivated with a proactive mindset and strong sense of initiative
• A sharp eye for detail and a willingness to learn new and evolving technologies
• Comfortable working independently and collaboratively as part of a team

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.

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

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