NEWS ANCHOR/MULTIMEDIA JOURNALIST (W/END - EVENING) - WRDW/WAGT

NEWS ANCHOR/MULTIMEDIA JOURNALIST (W/END - EVENING) - WRDW/WAGT Job Category : News Requisition Number : NEWSA015457 Posted: April 6, 2026 Full-Time Locations WRDW-Station-Augusta, GA 1226 Gray Way Augusta, GA 30909, USA Job Summary/Description: Do you have a passion for storytelling that doesn't punch out on Friday afternoon? Are you a newsroom leader who thrives when the pressure is on and the cameras are live? We’re looking for a Weekend Evening Anchor/Multimedia Journalist to join our team at WRDW-WAGT in Augusta, Georgia. Responsibilities Command the desk: Anchor our weekend evening newscasts with energy, authority, and a conversational style that connects with our audience. Uncover the "why": Spend your weekdays as a Multimedia Journalist, enterprise-ing original stories, shooting, writing, and editing compelling content that stands out. Own the digital space: You aren't just a "TV person"—you’ll engage our audience on social media, push breaking news to our digital platforms, and ensure our stories live everywhere our viewers are. Lead the newsroom: Act as a mentor and leader during weekend shifts, helping to guide the editorial process and maintain the high standards of WRDW-WAGT. React with urgency: Pivot quickly when news breaks, providing live reports and digital updates that keep our community informed in real-time. Build community roots: Represent the station at local events and build a network of sources that helps us stay ahead of the competition. Qualifications On-camera experience: 1-2 years of previous reporting or anchoring experience in a professional newsroom (you know your way around a teleprompter and a live shot). Technical savvy: Proficiency in shooting and editing your own stories—you’re a one-person powerhouse who can deliver high-quality visuals and sound. Digital-first mindset: You understand that the story starts on social and mobile, and you know how to optimize content for different platforms. Killer news judgment: You can spot a great story from a mile away and know how to frame it for maximum impact. Strong writing skills: You write for the ear and the eye, crafting scripts that are punchy, accurate, and engaging. Cool under pressure: You thrive in the fast-paced environment of a live newsroom and can handle the "controlled chaos" of breaking news with ease. Collaborative spirit: You’re a team player who works seamlessly with producers, photographers, and digital editors to get the job done. A good driving record is necessary. MVR background check required. Additional Information Gray Media is a drug‑free company. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement 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