Gray Media is hiring: NEWS ANCHOR - LNL in Washington

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About Gray Media Gray Media, or Gray, is a multimedia company headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, formally known as Gray Television, Inc. The company is the nation's largest owner of top-rated local television stations and digital assets serving 113 television markets that collectively reach approximately 36 percent of US television households. The portfolio includes 77 markets with the top-rated television station and 100 markets with the first and / or second-highest-rated television station, as well as the largest Telemundo Affiliate group with 43 markets totaling nearly 1.5 million Hispanic TV Households. The company also owns Gray Digital Media, a full-service digital agency offering national and local clients digital marketing strategies with the most advanced digital products and services. Gray\'s 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.

Salary $95,000 - $100,000 / yr

Shift and Schedule Mon. - Fri. (or at the Manager\'s Discretion)

Job Type Full-Time

About LOCAL NEWS LIVE (LNL) LOCAL NEWS LIVE is Gray TV’s 24 / 7 national news network. It provides live coverage from Gray’s 113 markets, allowing viewers to watch stories from across the country on one platform.

Job Summary / Description LOCAL NEWS LIVE is hiring an anchor to host on our 24 / 7 live national news network. LNL’s ideal candidate has a passion for journalism, a strong background in storytelling, a desire to dominate live, breaking news coverage, as well as the big stories of the day across the country. The anchor should think on their feet, thrive on what’s happening in the moment, and embrace a startup culture.

The successful candidate will be responsible for (but not limited to) the following :

Anchor breaking news coverage, live events, and newscasts.

Proven ability to present the news unscripted.

Write headlines and scripts to contribute to the overall quality of the channel.

Prepare and execute strong live interviews and conversations with newsmakers and guests through research and knowledge of topics, and be involved in the booking process.

Collaborate with producers to develop and deliver compelling news coverage.

Process constantly changing information for presentation in a non-scripted live environment.

Assist producers with newsgathering, preparation for live events, and procuring resources.

Qualifications / Requirements BS / BA in journalism, communications, or related field preferred.

Three or more years as a news anchor at a TV station.

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with strict deadlines and a collaborative approach.

Familiarity with ENPS, Edius, BitCentral, and digital content management systems.

Skilled communicator capable of speaking to a diverse audience and conveying messages effectively.

If you feel qualified and want to work with a great group of people, visit the Gray TV careers site and search for the current openings, upload your resume, cover letter, and references. Current employees may apply through the Gray-TV UltiPro self-service portal.

Gray Media is a drug-free company. 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 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.

Seniority level : Mid-Senior level

Employment type : Full-time

Job function : Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing / Editing

Industries : Broadcast Media Production and Distribution

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