Gray Media
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DIGITAL CONTENT PRODUCER/ANCHOR - WAFF
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Gray Media WAFF 48 is the dominant station in the Tennessee Valley, both on-air and online. We cover breaking news and weather, all with a heart for the community. Visit https://www.waff.com/ to learn more. Job Summary/Description
WAFF 48 is looking for a Digital Producer/Digital Anchor. We are seeking someone passionate about the digital news landscape who can be one of the on-camera faces of our streaming platforms. This is an ideal opportunity for someone eager to deliver news on camera. The candidate will also write stories for the station's website and help manage its social media platforms. The weekly schedule includes shifts on Saturday and Sunday, with occasional holiday shifts required. Please provide writing samples and/or demo materials with the application. Responsibilities
Must have strong on-camera skills with the ability to think fast on your feet and react to breaking news situations. Conceptualize and anchor content for the station's streaming platforms, including live content and streaming shows. Front breaking news, including fronting press conferences that the station streams, and conduct talkbacks with reporters. Write stories for the station's website in AP style across a wide range of topics. Familiarity with web publishing systems or willingness to learn. Knowledge of all major social media platforms (Facebook, X/Twitter, Instagram, YouTube). Learn SEO best practices and how they impact web traffic. Monitor and respond to messages on the station's social media platforms as appropriate. Learn and utilize digital and social analytics. Contact public officials, law enforcement, public information officers, and community members to gather and confirm information. Be a team player and collaborate with newsroom staff (producers, reporters, anchors, photographers, editors, meteorologists). Willingness to work overtime and holidays and to cover for other team members when needed. Qualifications/Requirements
College degree in Journalism, Communications, English, or a related field. 1 year of digital content experience. Some on-camera experience required. Some photo and video editing skills required. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines. Ability to prioritize tasks and handle multiple assignments simultaneously. Application Instructions
If you feel qualified and want to work with a great group of people, go to
https://gray.tv/careers#currentopenings , type in the job title or station call letters, or click on “apply now,” upload your resume, cover letter, and references. Current employees can apply through the Gray-TV UltiPro self-service portal. Additional Information
WAFF-TV/Gray Media is a drug-free company. Gray Media provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. Gray Media complies with applicable state and local nondiscrimination laws. This policy covers all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Gray Media 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. Seniority level
Entry level Employment type
Full-time Job function
Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing/Editing Industries: Broadcast Media Production and Distribution Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Gray Media.
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DIGITAL CONTENT PRODUCER/ANCHOR - WAFF
role at
Gray Media WAFF 48 is the dominant station in the Tennessee Valley, both on-air and online. We cover breaking news and weather, all with a heart for the community. Visit https://www.waff.com/ to learn more. Job Summary/Description
WAFF 48 is looking for a Digital Producer/Digital Anchor. We are seeking someone passionate about the digital news landscape who can be one of the on-camera faces of our streaming platforms. This is an ideal opportunity for someone eager to deliver news on camera. The candidate will also write stories for the station's website and help manage its social media platforms. The weekly schedule includes shifts on Saturday and Sunday, with occasional holiday shifts required. Please provide writing samples and/or demo materials with the application. Responsibilities
Must have strong on-camera skills with the ability to think fast on your feet and react to breaking news situations. Conceptualize and anchor content for the station's streaming platforms, including live content and streaming shows. Front breaking news, including fronting press conferences that the station streams, and conduct talkbacks with reporters. Write stories for the station's website in AP style across a wide range of topics. Familiarity with web publishing systems or willingness to learn. Knowledge of all major social media platforms (Facebook, X/Twitter, Instagram, YouTube). Learn SEO best practices and how they impact web traffic. Monitor and respond to messages on the station's social media platforms as appropriate. Learn and utilize digital and social analytics. Contact public officials, law enforcement, public information officers, and community members to gather and confirm information. Be a team player and collaborate with newsroom staff (producers, reporters, anchors, photographers, editors, meteorologists). Willingness to work overtime and holidays and to cover for other team members when needed. Qualifications/Requirements
College degree in Journalism, Communications, English, or a related field. 1 year of digital content experience. Some on-camera experience required. Some photo and video editing skills required. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines. Ability to prioritize tasks and handle multiple assignments simultaneously. Application Instructions
If you feel qualified and want to work with a great group of people, go to
https://gray.tv/careers#currentopenings , type in the job title or station call letters, or click on “apply now,” upload your resume, cover letter, and references. Current employees can apply through the Gray-TV UltiPro self-service portal. Additional Information
WAFF-TV/Gray Media is a drug-free company. Gray Media provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. Gray Media complies with applicable state and local nondiscrimination laws. This policy covers all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Gray Media 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. Seniority level
Entry level Employment type
Full-time Job function
Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing/Editing Industries: Broadcast Media Production and Distribution Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Gray Media.
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