News Anchor / Reporter

Job Description

Gray Media:

Gray Media is a leading media company that owns and operates high-quality stations in 113 television markets that collectively reach 36 percent of US television households.

We constantly strive for excellence. Through upgrading to the latest technology and seeking new ways to stay on top in our markets, we focus on training and development of the best and brightest employees in the business.

About KPTV:

KPTV is a Fox-affiliated television station licensed to Portland, Oregon. Owned by Atlanta-based Gray Television, it is part of a duopoly with Vancouver, Washington-licensed MyNetworkTV affiliate KPDX.

Job Summary/Description:

The Anchor/Reporter presents the news to viewers of KPTV's newscasts. The position researches, develops, and covers news reports in the field which are informative, interesting, and compelling while remaining consistent with the Station's brand and editorial philosophy. The current opening is for a weekend nightside anchor, who would also report nightside three nights during the week and contribute to FOX 12's streaming news app and digital platforms regularly.

Duties/Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
--Delivers the news and introduces content from local news reporters, sports, and weather, as well as external sources in accordance with the program rundown
--Delivers unscripted breaking news coverage and special event coverage to the community at large.
--Receives news assignments or evaluates leads and tips in order to develop story ideas.
--Covers news in the field.
--Collaborates with producers and management in the development of broadcast content such as newscasts, promotions, and teases.
--Anchors and reports for FOX 12's streaming app and OTT desk when needed
--Posts stories to KPTV website and social media.

Qualifications/Requirements:

Bachelors Degree in Journalism or Communications preferred
- 3-5 years in a Reporter or Anchor role at a TV station
- Previous experience working in a fast-paced environment requiring strict deadlines and a focus on team orientation.
- Skilled communicator, capable of speaking to a diverse audience and conveying messages effectively. Strong written communications. Creative, with the ability to provide original concepts, ideas & solutions. Strong listening skills for interviews.

If you feel you're qualified and want to work with a great group of people go to https://gray.tv/careers#currentopenings, you may type in the job title, station call letters, or click on ''apply now'', upload your resume, cover letter, and references

(Current employees who are interested in this position can apply through the Gray-TV UltiPro self-service portal)

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

Gray Media encourages all new employees to be fully vaccinated against the coronavirus virus before the first workday.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-g4v3nq-3-22-217-60-42 in your application.