Gray Television
NEWS ANCHOR/WEATHER FORECASTER (EVENING) - WLUC
Gray Television, Eagle Mills, Michigan, United States
About Gray Media:
Gray Media
is a multimedia company headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, formerly 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 U.S. 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 45 markets totaling nearly 1.5 million Hispanic TV Households. Gray owns Gray Digital Media, a full-service digital agency, and other media properties such as Raycom Sports, Tupelo Media Group, PowerNation Studios, Assembly Atlanta and Third Rail Studios. About WLUC:
WLUC has been a fixture in Upper Michigan for 70 years and is known as Upper Michigan’s Source. The NBC affiliate is the dominant number one station in the market, while the growing FOX affiliate is second place in the five-station market. The TV6 website and Facebook page are the top sources for local news in Upper Michigan. WLUC is located in a recreational paradise with easy access to trails, rivers, lakes, and events. The small-town setting is peaceful and safe, yet offers big-city entertainment and dining. The people of Upper Michigan are friendly, helpful, honest, and fun. Job Summary/Description:
TV6 is looking for a strong candidate to serve as a Monday–Friday evening anchor who can also fill in for the meteorology team and provide regular weather forecasts via our live stream. The right candidate will ideally have some experience with reporting and be comfortable on air, in front of a camera. Duties/Responsibilities:
Producing/anchoring the 5:00 p.m. newscast 4 days a week. Forecasting weather on evening newscasts at least one day a week. Forecasting weather on live stream Monday–Thursday evenings. Write content for shows and on the web. Working knowledge of weather computer programs/systems. Maintain professional appearance. Represent the station positively at all times. Work collaboratively with the weather and/or anchor team. Edit broadcast scripts that will air on your show. Pursue semi-regular opportunities for in-depth reporting for specials or promotable series. Qualifications/Requirements:
This person must have a demonstrated background in news and be actively pursuing a meteorology degree or certification. They must also be able to demonstrate a knowledge of meteorology. A command of the English language, spelling, and grammar is required. Personal appearances in the community and station functions are an important part of the job. This position is held accountable to on-air standards for appearance. Ability to critique others’ work and act as a mentor. An interest in digital storytelling/streaming opportunities is a plus. 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. WLUC-TV/Gray Media is a drug-free company. Additional Information:
Current employees who are interested in this position can apply through the Gray-TV UltiPro self-service portal. Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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Gray Media
is a multimedia company headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, formerly 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 U.S. 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 45 markets totaling nearly 1.5 million Hispanic TV Households. Gray owns Gray Digital Media, a full-service digital agency, and other media properties such as Raycom Sports, Tupelo Media Group, PowerNation Studios, Assembly Atlanta and Third Rail Studios. About WLUC:
WLUC has been a fixture in Upper Michigan for 70 years and is known as Upper Michigan’s Source. The NBC affiliate is the dominant number one station in the market, while the growing FOX affiliate is second place in the five-station market. The TV6 website and Facebook page are the top sources for local news in Upper Michigan. WLUC is located in a recreational paradise with easy access to trails, rivers, lakes, and events. The small-town setting is peaceful and safe, yet offers big-city entertainment and dining. The people of Upper Michigan are friendly, helpful, honest, and fun. Job Summary/Description:
TV6 is looking for a strong candidate to serve as a Monday–Friday evening anchor who can also fill in for the meteorology team and provide regular weather forecasts via our live stream. The right candidate will ideally have some experience with reporting and be comfortable on air, in front of a camera. Duties/Responsibilities:
Producing/anchoring the 5:00 p.m. newscast 4 days a week. Forecasting weather on evening newscasts at least one day a week. Forecasting weather on live stream Monday–Thursday evenings. Write content for shows and on the web. Working knowledge of weather computer programs/systems. Maintain professional appearance. Represent the station positively at all times. Work collaboratively with the weather and/or anchor team. Edit broadcast scripts that will air on your show. Pursue semi-regular opportunities for in-depth reporting for specials or promotable series. Qualifications/Requirements:
This person must have a demonstrated background in news and be actively pursuing a meteorology degree or certification. They must also be able to demonstrate a knowledge of meteorology. A command of the English language, spelling, and grammar is required. Personal appearances in the community and station functions are an important part of the job. This position is held accountable to on-air standards for appearance. Ability to critique others’ work and act as a mentor. An interest in digital storytelling/streaming opportunities is a plus. 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. WLUC-TV/Gray Media is a drug-free company. Additional Information:
Current employees who are interested in this position can apply through the Gray-TV UltiPro self-service portal. Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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