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 WANF:
WANF (previously WGCL/CBS46) has served Atlanta communities for more than 50 years with local news, weather, sports, and entertainment. WANF & WPCH are owned by Gray Television, headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia. Would you like to work in the #6 market in a city with a thriving economy and a vibrant culture? WANF and WPCH provide the community with award-winning local news coverage, dedicated community service, and effective marketing solutions for area businesses. Come to Atlanta for the opportunity. The energy. The chance to dream where there's space to contribute. Where creatives, universities, entrepreneurs, and the world's biggest brands intersect. Atlanta has a unique culture all its own with a young population, a bustling city center packed with urban parks and amenities, and famously walkable neighborhoods.
Job Summary/Description:
WANF is looking for a high-energy, skilled sports anchor/MMJ to join the Atlanta News First/ Peachtree Sports Network team. We go big covering the Atlanta Falcons, Atlanta Hawks, Atlanta Braves and so much more. You'll be involved in extensive coverage of all major sports and be a vital part of a dynamic team. In addition, this sports journalist will be key in special coverage for the rapidly-growing Peachtree Sports Network- the home of the Atlanta Dream, Atlanta Gladiators, Gwinnett Stripers, and many others.
Duties/Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Produce and anchor sports segments in weekend newscasts; fill-in anchor weekday sports as needed
Shoot, edit, report sports stories and segments for broadcast, digital, and streaming platforms
Report live in the field
Host/ contribute to daily streaming sports talk show/ podcast
Develop sources and relationships to generate story leads, exclusive content, and breaking sports news
Operate camera and LiveU live shot equipment
Write stories for website and social media
Maintain sources and contacts to generate story ideas and exclusive content
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications/Requirements:
Minimum 5 years of on-air experience working in a television newsroom sports department
Significant live field experience and studio anchoring experience
Ability to shoot, edit, and produce high-quality sports content
Proven track record of producing quality digital and streaming sports content
A degree in journalism or a related communication field is preferred
Ability to work under pressure under tight deadlines in a high-energy working environment
Good communications skills, and the ability to effectively and efficiently manage time
Must work well independently and as part of a team, be coachable and open to feedback
Experience covering (and/or playing) the following PREFERRED: college football, NFL, MLB, NBA, WNBA, golf, hockey, soccer, lacrosse, and other professional/ semi-professional sports
Scheduling flexibility is a must; Some travel REQUIRED
Must provide a link to samples of recent work including on-air (live and studio), full package, digital samples, video you shot and edited
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)
WANF-TV/Gray Television, 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.
Gray Television encourages all new employees to be fully vaccinated against the coronavirus before the first workday.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing/Editing
Industries
Broadcast Media Production and Distribution
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