NEWS REPORTER/ANCHOR (W/END) - WVUE

Gray Media is a growing multimedia company headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, and the nation’s largest owner of top-rated local television stations and digital assets. The portfolio includes 117 full-power television stations reaching approximately 37% of U.S. television households, with 80 markets featuring the top-rated station and 100 markets ranking first or second in average all-day ratings. Gray Media also owns the largest Telemundo Affiliate group (46 markets), Gray Digital Media (a full-service digital agency), video production companies Raycom Sports, Tupelo Media Group, and PowerNation Studios, and studio production facilities Assembly Atlanta and Third Rail Studios.

WVUE-FOX 8 in New Orleans is the #1 rated news station in the competitive New Orleans market. Committed to investigative journalism, community safety, and innovation, WVUE produces roughly 60 hours of news and locally originated programming weekly, serving as the Weather Authority for Southeast Louisiana and Southwest Mississippi.

About the role

WVUE is seeking an experienced journalist to join our award-winning news team as a Weekend Reporter/Anchor. This position will anchor the 9/10 p.m. newscasts on Saturday and Sunday and serve as a reporter three weekdays.

Responsibilities

• Gather data and relevant information on local and national newsworthy events.
• Create and present accurate, fair, and unbiased news content as assigned across multiple platforms, both in-studio and remotely.
• Be visible in the community and make a reasonable number of appearances in the local DMA.
• Develop and maintain a network of news sources to create exclusive local news content.
• Stay current on local and national news events.
• Work cross-functionally and cooperatively under tight deadlines.
• Interact professionally with internal employees and external organizations.
• Read and interpret a variety of materials, including newspapers, professional journals, technical reports, and legal documents.
• Demonstrate creative thinking to present information in new and engaging ways.
• Deliver on-camera presentations using a Teleprompter or similar device.
• Act as a team player and newsroom leader in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Anchor from the field and work on special projects as assigned.
• Exercise sound news judgment and collaborate with producers, reporters, and technical staff to craft compelling newscasts.

Requirements

• 2 years of experience as a television anchor or reporter in a top 125 market.
• Basic understanding of Windows-based electronics and ability to learn ENPS and new systems.
• BS/BA in Journalism/Communications or equivalent background.
• Flexibility with scheduling and assigned work shifts.
• Willingness to work in New Orleans, LA.