News Anchor

Job Description

NEWS ANCHOR (EVENING) - WVVA

About 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 WVVA:

We constantly strive for excellence. Utilizing the latest technology and seeking new ways to stay on top in our market, we focus on the training and development of the best and brightest employees in the business. Nestled in the heart of the Appalachian Mountains in Nature's Air-Conditioned City, Bluefield, WV, WVVA is centrally located in many major markets. The two Virginia's are home to world-class white-water rafting, thousands of miles of hiking trails, skiing and so much more. We love living here!

Job Summary/Description:

WVVA is looking for an Evening Anchor to round out our team of on-air journalists. This is a high-profile position that requires poise, journalistic integrity, and the ability to produce a newscast and turn exclusive content. We are looking for a candidate who will be regularly responsible for anchoring, producing, and executing top-notch newscasts. The right person will help mentor a team of journalists from all levels of experience in a team-oriented environment, help with story generation, and anchor from the field at times while thriving in breaking news situations. WVVA is committed to strong journalism and community service. The ideal candidate will establish connections and be involved in community affairs and activities as well as engage with viewers on all platforms.

Duties/Responsibilities will include (but not be limited to):
• Anchor regular newscasts.
• Work closely with co-anchor and producers to ensure story selection and quality of broadcast are clear, compelling, and consistent.
• Producing required.
• Work well under pressure in deadline-driven situations.
• Demonstrate the ability to connect with viewers and the community both on and off the desk.
• Edit and write.
• Generate story/segment ideas.
• Present news in a professional manner.
• Must have excellent leadership and people skills.
• Build local contacts and relationships.
• Candidate must be able to work in the collaborative environment of the newsroom with flexibility.

Qualifications/Requirements:
• Bachelor's degree in communications or related field preferred.
• 2-3 years of anchor experience preferred.
• Proven leadership, communication, and mentoring skills.
• Exceptional news judgment.
• Professional knowledge of broadcast news operations a plus.
• Knowledge of ENPS and Edius preferred.
• Must pass driver's record check.

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)

WVVA-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-gq1kw1-3-15-26-231-42 in your application.