NEWS ANCHOR/ REPORTER (W/END) - WAVE

Gray Television

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About Gray Television:

Gray Television is a leading media company that owns and operates high-quality stations in 113 television markets that collectively reach 36 percent of US television households. 

We constantly strive for excellence. Through upgrading to the latest technology and seeking new ways to stay on top in our markets, we focus on training and development of the best and brightest employees in the business. 

About WAVE:

WAVE is the first television station to sign on in Kentucky and Southern Indiana and has a rich history of being the area's most trusted source for local news, weather, and sports. WAVE is the official television station for the Kentucky Derby and is known across the country for its award-winning journalism and breakthrough investigations. As part of the Gray Television family, WAVE is on the leading edge of innovation, constantly investing in the tools and technology to best serve our audiences on all screens with original and local multi-platform content. WAVE is in the heart of downtown Louisville, where technology, filmmaking, tourism, sports, education, health, and music make Louisville one of the most industry-diverse metro areas in the nation.

Job Summary/Description:

WAVE, the NBC affiliate in Louisville, Kentucky, has an immediate opening for a Weekend Anchor/Reporter. In addition to anchoring the highly-rated weekend morning newscasts, this position also reports three weekdays. We are looking for a dynamic, high-level storyteller who delivers every day.

Successful candidates will be able to demonstrate excellent news judgment, be a self-starter, excellent and clear communicator, and a team players.

Essential responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

  • Develop sources within the community and report on timely, important, and impactful issues.
  • Produce and deliver day-turns three weekdays, as well as special event coverage. Our anchors are expected to write and contribute daily to newscasts.
  • Write and post daily on all digital platforms as new information is learned. This includes WAVE3.com, social media, our news app, OTT, and within our television newscasts.

Qualifications/Requirements:

  • BA degree in broadcasting or equivalent work experience
  • Expert-level ad-libbing skills
  • Excellent shooting, writing, and editing skills
  • Ability to meet deadlines
  • Strong broadcast and AP-style writing skills
  • Self-motivated and able to work in a fast-paced deadline-driven environment
  • Strong work ethic, organizational and leadership skills. Must be able to work quickly, make deadlines, multi-task, and show composure, especially during breaking news.

Interested applicants can go to https://gray.tv/careers#currentopenings, you may type in the job title, station call letters, or click on "apply now", we encourage you to upload your resume, cover letter, and references

(Current employees who are interested in this position can apply through the Gray-TV UltiPro self-service portal)

WAVE-TV/Gray Television, Inc. is a drug-free company

Additional Info:

Gray Television 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 Television 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, and transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Gray Television 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.

Gray Television encourages all new employees to be fully vaccinated against the coronavirus virus prior to or by the first workday. 

Qualifications

Behaviors

Preferred

Team Player

: Works well as a member of a group

Motivations

Preferred

Self-Starter

:Inspired to perform without outside help

Education

Preferred

Bachelors or better.

Licenses & Certifications

Required

Drivers License

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