What are the responsibilities and job description for the NEWS ANCHOR/REPORTER - (PRIMARY) - KVVU position at Gray Local Media, Inc?
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 KVVU:
KVVU, FOX5, is the #1 station in Las Vegas, and the local leader in news coverage on air and online. We are "Local. Las Vegas."
Job Summary/Description:
KVVU, FOX5, the Gray-owned station in Las Vegas has an opening for an experienced anchor/reporter. The position will include anchoring and reporting each work day.
Duties/Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Anchor on air and online daily as scheduled.
- Must be experienced in handling breaking news and live field coverage as needed.
- This position will anchor or co-anchor at least one hour of news.
- All FOX5 anchors also report, so the successful candidate will also demonstrate a track record of strong enterprise reporting.
Qualifications/Requirements:
- Five years minimum experience as an anchor and reporter in a television newsroom.
- Proven ability to conceive and pitch strong enterprise (original) story ideas that support the FOX5 "Local Las Vegas" brand.
- Strong writing and the ability to tell engaging stories through visual mediums are essential.
- College degree preferred, but not required.
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)
KVVU-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.
