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Gray Local Media, Inc is hiring: NEWS ANCHOR/REPORTER (EVENING) - WNEM in Sagina

Gray Local Media, Inc, Saginaw, MI, United States


About WNEM
At WNEM, it is our job and inherent desire to be the best local television station in the Mid‑Michigan market and the #1 digital platform across the state, region, and the country. We are committed to the highest standards of excellence in our local news, entertainment, information, and public service programming. We have the top‑rated news station plus a broadcast website. We are a mid‑size market with an opportunity to grow. We are a self‑starting team driven for success with unique selling opportunities for a creative seller. Essential to that effort is a foundation of honesty and integrity — qualities which help us earn and build trust with our viewers, co‑workers, and business partners.

Job Summary/Description
WNEM is recruiting for an exceptional primary Anchor/Reporter for Monday‑Friday early evening newscasts to join our team. The successful candidate will anchor newscasts on a regular basis. The Anchor/Reporter researches, writes, reports, shoots video, and edits news material for television newscasts and all WNEM news platforms. This includes writing and posting daily on all digital platforms, including social media. The position coordinates with a team of multimedia producers to deliver compelling and promotable content. The Anchor/Reporter contributes live shots utilizing microwave, satellite, and other technology for feeding stories to the Content Center. The individual will be called upon to represent WNEM in public professionally and courteously.
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Duties/Responsibilities

Serves as primary anchor for Monday‑Friday evening newscasts.

Presents content from the news set and live in the field at the scene of breaking news and special events.

Writes and copy edits news content for maximum viewer appeal, comprehension, impact, and clarity.

Delivers content energetically and compellingly.

Displays leadership skills in support of news management goals and audience management strategies.

Qualifications/Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Broadcast Journalism, Communications, or related field, or equivalent training and/or experience.

At least five years of experience in broadcast journalism.

Experience as a newscast anchor and lead story reporter preferred.

Valid driver's license with a good driving record.

WNEM‑TV/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 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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