NEWS ANCHOR/REPORTER (W/END MORNINGS) - WMTV

Gray Television • Madison, WI

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About The Position

WMTV, the NBC and CW affiliates in Madison, Wis., has an immediate opening on our award-winning news team. Join the #1 rated and best team in the market as our next Weekend Morning Anchor. You will also report as an MMJ on three weekdays. The top candidate will be a dynamic, high-energy storyteller who delivers every day. The top candidate will join our award-winning team as our next Weekend Morning Anchor/Reporter. You will also report as an MMJ on three weekdays. The position is open due to an internal promotion. This is a high-profile position that requires initiative, leadership, and flexibility. You must have versatility in your reporting and be able to cover everything from breaking news to features. The ideal candidate must be able to: mine for content, scope out new information, and find and develop sources. You will work with speed and accuracy when it comes to gathering and verifying facts, shooting and editing video, and writing. You must have exceptional reporting skills and strong, live delivery, news judgment, and ethics. WMTV is a multi-platform organization, and qualified candidates will excel in traditional television storytelling, as well as digital innovation. Previous experience is preferred.

Requirements

• Minimum two years of newsroom experience, preferred.
• A college degree in journalism or a related field.
• The ideal candidate will be aggressive with breaking news and will understand the execution of accountability storytelling.
• Previous experience in investigative, consumer, and data-driven journalism is a plus.
• Must have an established and responsible presence on digital platforms, including station website, social media, and CTV.
• Understanding of and adherence to AP Style (on digital platforms) and broadcast writing for television.
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal), proven news judgement, ethics, and integrity.
• Strong work ethic, organizational, and leadership skills.
• Must be able to work quickly, meet deadlines, multitask, and show composure, especially during breaking news.
• Ability to work long hours/overtime, weekends, and overnights as needed for breaking news and specialized coverage.
• Must be able to carry 35+ pounds of gear, and be experienced in shooting and editing unique content.

Responsibilities

• Work with a sense of immediacy independently and as a team.
• Develop sources within the community to gain unique, 'Only On' insight and reports on important and impactful issues.
• Strong research skills, ability to employ critical thinking skills to dig and go 'beyond the press release' and/or confirm incoming news tips via email or social media.
• Write and post copy daily on all digital platforms as new information is learned throughout your shift.
• Execute a daily digital plan tailored to your assignment and long-term projects.
• Understand our DMA, key target audiences, and where they live.
• Mentor, guide, and give storytelling and producing feedback to new hires.
• Have the desire to win and the ability to reflect on your work and apply feedback.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Broadcasting and Content Providers
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees