NEWS ANCHOR/REPORTER (EVENING) - KBTX

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 U.S. television households. Its portfolio includes 77 markets with the top‑rated station and 100 markets with the first and/or second‑highest‑rated station, as well as the largest Telemundo Affiliate group with 45 markets totaling nearly 1.5 million Hispanic TV households. Gray also owns Gray Digital Media, a full‑service digital agency, and additional media properties such as video production companies Raycom Sports, Tupelo Media Group, and PowerNation Studios and studio production facilities Assembly Atlanta and Third Rail Studios. About KBTX KBTX Media operates the CBS and CW affiliates in Bryan‑College Station, Texas, serving an 18‑county area known as the Brazos Valley. For over 65 years, KBTX has been the ratings leader and dominant choice for local news and entertainment. The station produces six newscasts each weekday, three each weekend, a breaking news digital channel and a daily lifestyle show, totaling more than 40 hours of programming each week. It is routinely recognized among the best in the state by the AP, RTDNA, and the Lone Star EMMY Chapter of the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences. In 2023 the station received a National Edward R. Murrow Award, three regional Murrow Awards, a National Gracie Award and the Texas Association of Broadcasters’ Bonner McLane Public Service Award. Job Summary / Description KBTX News 3 is looking for an experienced journalist with a proven track record of leadership and community involvement to anchor the Brazos Valley’s dominant #1 evening newscasts. As the region’s most trusted source for news, KBTX prides itself on leadership within our newsroom and in the community. Anchors are leaders in the newsroom, lending a hand to other journalists while developing multiplatform content of their own. They are expected to embrace the people and culture of the Brazos Valley, becoming involved in local organizations and nonprofits. The ideal candidate thrives when working with a team, exhibits strong editorial judgment and is willing to do what it takes to get the best story. Anchors are expected to contribute to the editorial process each day, regularly create compelling enterprise content, develop story ideas and sources, and work with producers to generate innovative newscasts that take intentional, creative risks. Duties and Responsibilities Anchor and report in assigned daily newscasts on broadcast and digital platforms. Pitch, create, and syndicate local, creative content utilizing beat sources, community relationships, and story leads. Champion impactful storytelling while generating content for KBTX newscasts, including regular enterprise reporting; work with or without a photojournalist to combine engaging video, meaningful sound, and relatable characters. Build contacts and sources throughout the community and with stakeholders on assigned beats while establishing a notable presence online and in the community. Mentor fellow journalists with a focus on creating strong, passionate storytellers. Bolster station credibility and community investment through involvement in local organizations and appearances on behalf of the station. Lead the production of enterprise special reports on a quarterly basis. Qualifications / Requirements 4–6 years of anchor/reporting experience. Degree in broadcast journalism or a related field. Strong, demonstrated news judgment. Superior writing and copy‑editing skills. Proficiency in story creation and newscast production. Working knowledge of AP ENPS, GrassValley EDIUS, and BitCentral systems. Candidates should also exhibit a good work ethic, strong people skills, and maintain a professional attitude at all times. This position requires availability to work all shifts and may require holiday work. If you feel you’re qualified and want to work with a great group of people, visit https://gray.tv/careers#currentopenings and type in the job title or station call letters, or click “apply now”, upload your resume, cover letter, and references. Current employees can apply through the Gray‑TV UltiPro self‑service portal. KBTX‑TV/Gray Media is a drug‑free company. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr