What are the responsibilities and job description for the SPORTS ANCHOR/MMJ- WLOX position at Gray Television?
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 WLOX:
For more than 60 years, WLOX has been the place to get the news, sports & weather for South Mississippi. As both an ABC and CBS affiliate, we're proud to be both the #1 and #2 stations in the market. Our award-winning newsroom is committed to serving our community while growing the next generation of journalists.
Job Summary/Description:
WLOX is looking for a sports reporter and anchor who can connect with our local community and tell stories about teamwork, athleticism, and tomorrow's superstars. This person will research, shoot, write, edit and present stories and game highlights on air and online. You'll cover everything from local high schools, Mississippi colleges and universities, minor league baseball and hockey in Biloxi, and the NFL and NBA teams in nearby New Orleans.
Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Produce and anchor sports content on weekends, or weekdays as needed
- Write, shoot, edit stories for both TV and digital platforms
- Report live or work from the field as needed to cover important games and stories
- Work with other stations, networks, schools, coaches, and sports organizations to always have the latest sports information and highlights in our newscasts
- Manage tight deadlines and be able to make sound, split-second decisions during live broadcasts
- Participate in community events and make public appearances on behalf of the station as assigned
Qualifications/Requirements:
- College degree is preferred
- Passion for covering local sports
- Ability to shoot and edit video
- Knowledge of proper use of social media in covering sports
- Ability to lift and carry equipment including tripod, camera and lights
- Ability to collaborate with other team members, but also work independently and under deadline
- Must have a valid driver’s license and good driving record
Interested applicants can, go to https://gray.tv/careers#currentopenings, you may type in the job title, station call letters, or click on "apply now", upload your cover letter, resume, and references
Additional Info:
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
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 vaccinate against the coronavirus before the first workday fully.
Licenses & Certifications
Required- Drivers License
