WEEKEND SPORTS ANCHOR/MMJ - WEEK-TV

GRAY MEDIA; East Peoria (IL); On-site; USD 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

HSA contributions

FSA

Life & Disability insurance

Parental leave

Adoption benefits

401(k) with match

Employee Assistance Program

Voluntary benefits

PTO & Relocation

Focus on Caring

Job summary

Gray Media's WEEK-TV is seeking a passionate sports journalist to anchor our weekend sports desk. You will produce, write, shoot, and edit engaging stories three days a week for our NBC/ABC duopoly in the market.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's in Broadcast Journalism or related field, has strong local sports judgment, and proficiency in videography and non-linear editing. This full-time role offers a competitive hourly wage and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Broadcast Journalism, Communications, or related field, or equivalent training/experience.
• Strong local sports judgment.
• Videography and non-linear editing experience.

Responsibilities

• Produce, write, shoot, and edit daily sports-related stories for our newscasts.
• Assist in planning daily and long-term promotable coverage for the station and other Gray stations.
• Produce and lead efforts in production of sports specials throughout the year.
• Help to produce our "Prep Rally" and other daily sports segments.

Skills

Strong sports judgment

Videography

Non-linear editing

Education

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

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 such markets 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 that offers 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

$21.10 - $25.00/hr. (based on experience)

Shift and Schedule:

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

Job Type:

Full-Time

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Job Summary/Description:

Our award-winning duopoly, WEEK- NBC & ABC, is looking for a passionate sports journalist who can command the sports anchor desk. The right hire will anchor our highly successful weekend sports cast and find compelling sports stories 3 days a week.

Duties/Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Produce, write, shoot, and edit daily sports-related stories for our newscasts
• Assist in planning daily and long-term promotable coverage for the station and other Gray stations
• Produce and lead efforts in production of sports specials throughout the year
• Help to produce our "Prep Rally" and other daily sports segments.

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Broadcast Journalism, Communications, or related field, or equivalent training and/or experience.
• Strong local sports judgment.
• Videography and non-linear editing experience

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.

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

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