Gray Media, Inc. is hiring: NEWS ANCHOR (EVENING) - WEAU in Eau Claire

About WEAU
WEAU News is the dominant news organization serving western Wisconsin. We’re committed to earning and keeping the public’s trust through accurate, transparent, and unbiased journalism. We deliver essential local news across every platform our audience uses: digital, mobile, streaming, and broadcast. We take that responsibility seriously.

Job Summary
WEAU seeks an experienced, energetic journalist who understands that today’s audiences discover news on their phones first. As one of our main anchors, you’ll help lead our digital-first strategy by delivering authoritative coverage across streaming, social media, web, and television. You’ll be the voice and face of WEAU during critical afternoon and evening hours, building trust through sharp storytelling, platform-native delivery, and real-time engagement. This is a high-visibility role in a fast-paced, multi-platform newsroom that demands excellence, adaptability, and unwavering editorial integrity.

Duties and Responsibilities
On Camera

Anchor afternoon and evening newscasts, breaking news cut‑ins, and streaming segments with consistent quality.

Conduct interviews with newsmakers, experts, and community leaders across broadcast and digital platforms.

Pivot quickly during breaking news, delivering timely updates for streaming, mobile alerts, and social feeds.

Maintain a professional, credible on‑air presence tailored to each platform.

Newscast Production & Story Development

Collaborate with producers on story selection, rundowns, and digital-first coverage plans.

Pitch and develop stories that resonate across mobile, social media, and streaming environments.

Participate in daily editorial meetings with a focus on multi-platform distribution.

Review and approve scripts for accuracy, clarity, and digital optimization.

Produce newscasts and assist with editing when needed.

Contribute original reporting, including field coverage and digital exclusives.

Storytelling & Digital

Write clear, accurate, AP-style scripts for broadcast, streaming, web, and social.

Commit to digital-first storytelling, including vertical video, platform‑native clips, and real-time updates.

Post stories, video, and breaking developments to the station website, app, and social channels with audience-focused framing.

Collaborate closely with digital producers and editors to ensure accuracy, speed, and editorial integrity.

Community Engagement

Engage viewers across on-air, streaming, social media, and in‑person channels.

Represent WEAU at community events and other public appearances.

Respond to audience feedback and help shape coverage based on community needs and digital trends.

Qualifications and Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, or related field.

Previous anchoring and/or reporting experience.

Strong writing and editing skills with mastery of AP style.

Excellent on-camera presence with natural, conversational delivery.

Knowledge of newsroom ethics, public records, and verification practices.

Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.

Skills & Competencies

Leadership: Sets tone for digital-forward coverage; positively influences newsroom culture.

Adaptability: Thrives amid breaking news, rapid updates, and multi-platform demands.

Collaboration: Works seamlessly with producers, reporters, editors, and digital teams.

News Judgment: Makes sound editorial decisions with strong digital instincts.

Integrity: Upholds ethical standards; never compromises accuracy for speed.

Resilience: Manages demanding schedule and the pace of live and digital news.

Work Environment

Schedule: Monday–Friday, with occasional weekend and holiday coverage.

Physical Demands: Ability to sit for extended periods in studio environment.

Technical Skills: Proficient with teleprompter, newsroom computer systems, digital CMS tools, and broadcast equipment.

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 at every location where 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 Gray’s employees’ ability to perform their job duties may result in discipline, up to and including discharge.

Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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