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NEWS ANCHOR/MMJ (W/END) - WIS-TV

Gray Television · Columbia, AL, USA ·

Job type:
Full Time

Job Summary
WIS is looking for a News Anchor/MMJ to join our talented team (W/END). If you’re a journalist looking for a position that includes an anchor role, this might be the opportunity you have been waiting for! We are seeking an energetic and enthusiastic journalist to produce and anchor our weekend morning newscasts. This candidate should have solid editorial judgment and excel in breaking news situations. Our anchors excel at telling stories and working with reporters and producers to craft excellent stories and newscasts.

Responsibilities

Anchor and produce weekend newscasts

Strong journalistic ethics, news judgment, and decision-making in crafting and presenting a show

Communicate well with staff

Develop sources and present and turn story ideas that resonate with our audience

Shoot, write, and edit compelling coverage for all platforms

Ability to meet deadlines and prioritize assignments

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in communications or related field

Four years of multi-platform reporting, shooting, and editing experience

Must have a valid driver’s license and pass a driver's record check

WIS-TV/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.

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