About Gray Television:

Gray Television 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 WVVA:

Nestled in the heart of the Appalachian Mountains in Nature’s Air-Conditioned City, Bluefield, WV, WVVA TV is centrally located to many major markets. The two Virginia’s are home to world-class white-water rafting, thousands of miles of hiking trails, skiing and so much more.

WVVA was named Station of the Year five times in eight years with an award-winning team and community service. We embody our slogan “Here for You.” We love living here!

Job Summary/Description:

WVVA Television in Bluefield, WV is looking for a driven journalist for the role of morning anchor/producer. In this exciting position you will be responsible for co-anchoring and producing the area’s dominant morning 2-hour newscast. We are looking for an energetic “morning person” to create an experience for our viewers to start their day! We are looking for a candidate to produce an engaging and entertaining show, not simply write and organize news. This person will have strong writing skills and the ability to deliver breaking news under tight deadlines. Dependability and flexibility is a must.

Duties/Responsibilities will include (but not be limited to):

• Co-anchor morning show.
• Produce 2-hour newscast.
• Strong presentation skills on all platforms.
• Strong writing skills with the ability to create hard hitting content.
• Work collaboratively under pressure.
• Team oriented.
• Proven leadership skills.
• Excellent news judgement.
• Professional knowledge of news operations.

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in communications or related field preferred.
• 1-2 years of anchor experience preferred.
• Exceptional news judgment.
• Professional knowledge of broadcast news operations a plus.
• Knowledge of ENPS and Edius preferred.
• Must pass driver’s records check.

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

(Current employees that are interested in this position can apply through the Gray-TV UltiPro employee portal)

WVVA-TV/Gray Television Group, Inc. is a drug-free company

Additional Info:

Gray Television 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 Television 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 Television 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.

Experience

• 1 - 2 years: anchor experience preferred.

Education

• Bachelors or better in Journalism or related field

Licenses & Certifications

• Drivers License