MMJ/NEWS ANCHOR - KPLC Job at NAB Leadership Foundation in Lake Charles

About Gray Media
Gray Media, or Gray, is a multimedia company headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia. 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. The company also owns Gray Digital Media, a full‑service digital agency offering national and local clients digital marketing strategies with advanced digital products and services. Gray’s additional media properties include video production companies Raycom Sports, Tupelo Media Group, and PowerNation Studios, and studio production facilities Assembly Atlanta and Third Rail Studios.

About KPLC
KPLC is located in beautiful Lake Charles, Louisiana. Situated along Lake Charles and the Calcasieu River, the city is known for its industry, booming economy, and culture. Lake Charles is the fifth‑largest city in Louisiana. KPLC began broadcasting in the summer of 1954 and is consistently one of the nation’s most innovative and most‑watched television stations, ranking among the top five Nielsen‑rated stations nationally throughout the year.

Job Summary
KPLC‑TV in Lake Charles seeks a motivated and dynamic Anchor/MMJ to join our news team. A successful candidate must be a proven leader who is passionate about storytelling, an effective communicator who excels in reporting, and a catalyst for source cultivation and enterprise stories. The ideal candidate loves local news and has a positive attitude.

Responsibilities

Generate story ideas, set up interviews, shoot and edit stories.

Anchor on both linear and streaming platforms.

Maintain professional social media accounts and assist producers in showcasing stories.

Produce content for our streaming channel.

Qualifications and Requirements

Strong live‑reporting skills and a drive for breaking news.

Proficient on all digital platforms.

Experience shooting and editing own stories; a college degree in journalism or related field required.

Valid driving record; an MVR check is required.

How to Apply
To apply, visit https://gray.tv/careers#currentopening, type the job title or station call letters, then upload your resume, cover letter, references, and a demo reel. (Current employees can apply through the Gray‑TV UltiPro self‑service portal.)

Additional Information
KPLC‑TV/Gray Media is a drug‑free company. Gray Media provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. The company complies with applicable state and local nondiscrimination laws. Gray Media prohibits workplace harassment based on protected characteristics. Improper interference may result in discipline up to and including discharge.

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