Description

About Gray Media:

Gray Media, or Gray, is a multimedia company headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia. The company is the nation's largest owner of top-rated local television stations and digital assets serving 113 television markets that collectively reach approximately 36 percent of US television households. The portfolio includes 77 markets with the top-rated television station and 100 markets with the first and/or second-highest-rated television station, as well as the largest Telemundo Affiliate group with 45 markets totaling nearly 1.5 million Hispanic TV Households. The company also owns Gray Digital Media, a full-service digital agency offering national and local clients digital marketing strategies with the most advanced digital products and services. Gray's additional media properties include video production companies Raycom Sports, Tupelo Media Group, and PowerNation Studios, and studio production facilities Assembly Atlanta and Third Rail Studios.

About WTVA:

- High-profile impact: This is a key newsroom position where your voice and vision truly matter.
- Multi-platform reach: You're not just on TV-you're a storyteller across every screen in Tupelo.
- Community connection: You'll make a real difference in the lives of our viewers every single day.
- Growth and innovation: Gray Media is evolving on purpose, and you'll be at the forefront of the future of media.

Job Summary/Description:

Do you have the kind of presence that commands a room and a screen? Are you a natural storyteller who can pivot from a hard-hitting investigative piece to a lighthearted community feature without missing a beat? WTVA is looking for a News Anchor who is ready to be the face of Tupelo, leading our coverage with urgency, authority, and a digital-first mindset. You aren't just reading a teleprompter; you're connecting with our audience across every platform, from the evening news to the palm of their hand.

Duties/Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

- Anchor daily newscasts: Lead three daily newscasts with confidence and conversational energy, making sure our viewers stay informed and engaged.
- Own the story: Go beyond the desk to report in the field, bringing our audience closer to the stories that impact their lives through compelling live shots and deep-dive reporting.
- Drive digital engagement: Be a savvy voice on social media and our online platforms, sharing breaking news and behind-the-scenes content where our audience lives.
- Collaborate with the team: Work side-by-side with producers and reporters to craft cohesive, multi-platform coverage that wins the day.
- Represent the station: Be a true ambassador for WTVA, showing up at local events and building authentic relationships within the Tupelo community (yes, you'll be a local celebrity!).
- Craft the narrative: Assist in writing and producing stories, ensuring every script is punchy, accurate, and ready for prime time.

Qualifications/Requirements:

- Educational foundation: A four-year degree in Journalism, Communications, or a related field.
- 2+ years of experience: You've spent time in the trenches as an anchor or reporter and know how to handle the pressure of a live newsroom.
- Excellent communication skills: You're a great writer who knows how to tell a story that sticks, whether it's a 30-second reader or a long-form digital piece.
- Digital-first mindset: You're comfortable navigating social media and online platforms to reach our audience wherever they are.
- Team player attitude: You thrive in a collaborative environment and are always ready to jump in and help a producer or fellow reporter.
- Urgency and empathy: You care about the stories you tell and the people they affect, bringing a human touch to every broadcast.
- Station ambassador: You're professional, accessible, and excited to represent WTVA in the community.

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)

WTVA-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.