Job Description
NEWS ANCHOR/ MMJ (W/END - MORNING) - WBAY
About Gray Media:
Gray Media 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 WBAY:
Come work for an award-winning station in an award-winning city! Winner of the regional Edward R. Murrow Awards for Best Newscast and Overall Excellence, WBAY is the market-leading station in the #1 Best Place to Live in the Country, as ranked by US News & World Report: Green Bay, WI. As the first TV station in the area and only the second in the state, WBAY has a rich history of community involvement, sponsoring local events, supporting Toys for Tots, and producing the longest-running local telethon in the country. As an NFL town situated on the Great Lakes, Green Bay is a safe, affordable, midsize community with something for everyone. Tour Lambeau Field, go hiking or kayaking in picturesque Door County, check out a local brewery, or catch nationally-touring concerts and stage shows.
Job Summary/Description:
WBAY-TV in Green Bay is looking for an experienced, dynamic anchor and storyteller to anchor our #1 rated weekend morning news team, and report during the week. You will join a very strong team that loves morning news and has great chemistry.
Duties/Responsibilities include but not limited to:
- Strong on-camera delivery with the ability to ad-lib
- Strong social media skills, including an active presence on Twitter and Facebook and a keen eye toward what's trending locally and nationally
- Develop original content through independent sources and social listening
- Demonstrated ability to work under pressure
- You will be expected to take a leadership role in the broadcasts, assisting with the show's execution and writing
- Community and promotional appearances will also be a part of your job duties
Qualifications/Requirements:
- Minimum 2 years of news reporter experience and anchoring experience preferred
- Wisconsin/Upper Midwest knowledge is a plus
- A reel with examples of strong breaking, general, and feature news anchoring and reporting
If you feel you're qualified and want to work with a great group of people go to https://gray.tv/careers#currentopenings, you may type in the job title, station call letters, or click on ''apply now'', 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)
WBAY-TV/Gray Media, Inc. is a drug-free company
Gray Media encourages all new employees to vaccinate against the coronavirus before the first workday fully.
Jobcode: Reference SBJ-g3enk4-3-239-3-196-42 in your application.