Gray Television
News Anchor/producer (morning) - WtapPosted
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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 WTAP:
WTAP is THE main voice in the Mid-Ohio Valley. We may be among the smallest TV stations in America, but we are also one of the most dynamic. With state-of-the-art technology, a terrific on-air look, and a dynamic digital presence … you'll be proud of the work you'll do here. And you'll grow quickly because there is so much opportunity! You'll get to explore whatever you want to do in the communications field, whether it's on-camera, behind-the-scenes, or in sales. The WTAP team is involved in the communities we cover. From covering high school sports to participating in local events, to helping small businesses grow and thrive through commercials and mobile products, WTAP does it all. And we do it all -together.
The Mid-Ohio Valley includes the communities of Parkersburg, WV, and Marietta, OH, and the 50-mile area surrounding them. It's the kind of place where you can walk down the street and say "hi" to people and they'll say "hi" right back at you! It's the kind of place where local news people become like family to the viewers and online readers they serve and communicate with. There are wonderful parks, great hiking and biking areas, high-quality restaurants, and shopping -whether you like a mall or the uniqueness of small stores on the main street. Our area is big on heritage and the many fairs and festivals reflect that passion. Marietta College gives its hometown a New England feel. Ohio University and the community of Athens, Ohio, are nearby. The Ohio River is the common thread that runs through everything and the Blennerhassett State Park, located on an island of the same name very close to Parkersburg, is a historic and beautiful place to get away to on a summer day.
There's much to see and do within a couple of hour's drive from our location in Western West Virginia and Southeastern Ohio. Whitewater rafting, snow skiing and so much more are available in the mountains of West Virginia. The locally situated Mid-Ohio Valley regional airport and airports in Charleston, West Virginia, Akron, Columbus, and Cleveland, Ohio, give you access to anywhere you want to go. Wherever you may travel though, our area is proud of its history and heritage with roots in oil and industry which have helped shape our region into what it is today. WTAP's commitment to serving the Mid-Ohio Valley, the place that we call home, shows that it doesn't matter what the market size… we are here doing what matters.
Job Summary/Description:
WTAP is looking for a News Producer/Anchor for our Monday-Friday morning newscasts. The person will anchor our 90-minute newscast at 5:30 am and then produce and anchor our Noon newscast. We are looking for a team player and a newsroom leader. This person must be comfortable and connected with all broadcast journalism platforms including television, social and digital media. Must be a team leader with a great attitude, strong ethics, and integrity. Strong writer, knowledgeable about current events, who can think critically. Interested candidates should send the link to reel and resume to phillip.hickman@wtap.com and apply online at https://gray.tv/careers#currentopenings.
Duties/Responsibilities include (but not limited to):
* Producer and anchor weekday newscasts
* Generating unique, compelling, and innovative story/show ideas and content
* Excellent, creative presentation and writing skills are a must
* Excellent use of social media for news gathering and community engagement
* Performs other duties as assigned by Management
* Make community appearances on behalf of the station
Qualifications/Requirements:
* Journalism or Mass Communication degree preferred
* Strong on-camera delivery with the ability to ad-lib
* Excellent writing, packaging, and live skills
* Must be able to report in a broad range of styles with good on-air presentation skills
* Strong social media presence
* Writing and copy-editing skills
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)
WTAP-TV/Gray Media is a drug-free company
Additional Info:
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.
Gray Media encourages all new employees to be fully vaccinated against the coronavirus virus before the first workday.
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