Gray Media is hiring: NEWS ANCHOR (MORNING) - KKTV in Colorado Springs

Job Title

NEWS ANCHOR (MORNING) – KKTV – Gray Media

Overview

Gray Media, headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, is a multimedia company and the nation’s largest owner of top‑rated local television stations, serving 113 markets. We are seeking an experienced, motivated, and dynamic news anchor to be the face of our morning newscasts.

Salary and Benefits

Salary: $75,000 – $80,000 per year. Full‑time shift: Monday–Friday, 2:30 am – 10:30 am.

• Comprehensive Medical (Rx), Dental, Vision Coverage
• Health Savings Account with company contributions
• Flexible Spending Account
• Employer‑paid life and disability benefits
• Paid parental leave, adoption and surrogacy benefits
• 401(k) Plan, including matching and profit‑sharing contributions
• Employee Assistance Program
• Voluntary benefits (hospital indemnity, critical illness, accident insurance, supplemental life insurance)
• Paid Time Off, including relocation PTO

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced, motivated, and dynamic news anchor to be the face of our morning newscasts. This pivotal role requires a passionate storyteller with a keen sense of urgency, dedicated to delivering impactful breaking news and critical weather updates to our viewers. The deadline to apply for this opportunity is December 21, 2025.

Responsibilities

• Anchor compelling and engaging morning newscasts, connecting with our audience and setting the tone for their day.
• Lead urgent, live coverage of breaking news as it unfolds, demonstrating quick thinking and journalistic integrity.
• Deliver breaking coverage updates with authority and clarity.
• Collaborate closely with producers, reporters, and the weather team to craft dynamic and informative broadcasts.
• Engage with viewers on‑air and across digital platforms, fostering community connection and interaction.
• Contribute to story development and editorial decisions, ensuring accuracy, fairness, and relevance.
• Represent KKTV with professionalism and enthusiasm at station events and in the community.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Communications, or a related field.
• Minimum of two (2) years of anchoring experience at a commercial television station is strongly preferred.
• Strong on‑air presence, excellent communication skills, and the ability to ad‑lib effectively during live broadcasts.
• Demonstrated ability to perform under pressure and manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced news environment.
• Solid news judgment and a commitment to journalistic ethics and accuracy.

Additional Information

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.

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How to Apply

Submit your application at https://gray.tv/careers#currentopenings, entering the job title, station call letters, or clicking “apply now” and uploading your resume, cover letter, and references. Current employees can apply through the Gray‑TV UltiPro self‑service portal.

Other Information

KKTV‑TV/Gray Media is a drug‑free company.