company_logo

Full Time Job

Digital Desk Anchor

WPTA

Fort Wayne, IN 01-11-2023
 
  • Paid
  • Full Time
Job Description
Digital Desk Anchor - WPTA

About WPTA:

WPTA-TV is northeast Indiana's most honored broadcaster. Our commitment to quality journalism has been recognized with multiple National Edward R. Murrow Awards, regional Emmy Awards and the highest honors form the Indiana Broadcasters Association. Our team produces 41 hours of news each week across our ABC and NBC channels and is committed to local, in-depth special programming that airs in addition to traditional newscasts. WPTA is part of Gray Television, a leading media company that owns and operates high-quality stations across the United States.

Job Summary/Description:

WPTA is looking for a dynamic Digital Desk Anchor. As desk anchor you will be driving the digital desk in our fast-paced newsroom. You'll use it to cover breaking news and planned events utilizing touch screens and live feeds. You'll also help our digital team in creating and publishing online content to our website and social media pages. We're looking for someone who is creative and dedicated. Your digital segments will also be included in our on-air newscasts. Do you have a passion for journalism, social media and technology? This job is perfect for YOU! We value strong journalism, and an atmosphere where we all learn and grow on a daily basis through respect and collaboration.
*** Please note, the primary job duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to the information listed above ***

Qualifications/Requirements:
• A college degree in broadcast journalism, or equivalent experience. Include video examples of on-air work.

Interested applicants may 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

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-dy346q-3-131-13-37-42 in your application.

Company Profile
WPTA

Gray Television supports local community interests by providing quality television broadcasting and exceptional service in each market we serve. Gray owns and/or operates television stations and leading digital properties in 93 television markets including the first or second highest rated television station in 85 markets. We are an unmatched broadcast pioneer that keeps getting bigger and better.