Gray Television is hiring: NEWS ANCHOR (MORNING) - KGNS in Laredo

About 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 KGNS:

KGNS TV’s market dominance begins with a prime offering of 5 Major Networks including Telemundo affiliations; and a delivery of daily newscasts across multiple broadcasts and digital streams including desktop and mobile. KGNS TV, the area’s leading news broadcaster is located in the Laredo, Texas Metropolitan area and serves a combined population of over 790,000 on the South Texas and US/Mexico border. The area consisting of Webb, Zapata, Dimmit, LaSalle, Maverick, Zavala, Frio, Duval, and Jim Hogg counties; and Nuevo Laredo, Tamaulipas, Mexico is geographically poised for success between two nations. A thriving and dynamic area for all things news, the Laredo Metro area houses a diverse economy that is often immune to economic anomalies experienced by the rest of the country. Touted the number 1 inland port on the US/Mexico border and diverse in her economy, whether it be ranching, agriculture, international trade, healthcare, education, retail, manufacturing, or oil/gas, Laredo and our sister cities offer a wide range of industries to foster a consistently healthy economy. Laredo’s population is a diverse blend of ethnicities with a median age of 27. Her young and vibrant energy lends itself to a history that entertains, a wide array of eateries and a cultural immersion in a unique experience that can only be held by the romance of this U.S. / Mexico border culture.

Job Summary/Description:

KGNS+ is seeking a morning news anchor. We are looking for an aggressive anchor who is passionate about covering local news and weather. KGNS+ is looking for a candidate who is an energetic “morning person” who can give viewers something to look forward to in the mornings. We need someone who can be a co-anchor but also solo-anchor when necessary for several hours and serve as a co-producer during the overnight hours. We seek an anchor who will be involved in the day-to-day operations of the newsroom, be a leader, and be a researcher who will assist in developing enterprise and investigative content.

Duties/Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

1. Collaborating and assisting show producers with writing of news content
2. Researching, gathering, shooting, writing, and editing news stories for on-air and online
3. Completing regular franchises or special investigative reports
4. Writing in a clear, concise, conversational manner
5. Possessing excellent interview and conversational writing/presentation skills
6. Reporting “live” on the scene during breaking news or weather
7. Developing and maintaining sources of information
8. Demonstrating sound news judgment
9. Enterprising hard-news, research-driven stories under tight deadlines
10. Participating in editorial meetings
11. Attending/hosting/speaking at schools, and community events
12. Posting and regularly updating stories and other material on the web and social media
13. Interacting with viewers on social media, including a regular presence on Facebook Live
14. Following clothing and appearance guidelines set by news management
15. Learning a broad and working knowledge of the viewing area, including people, places, things, and history
16. Possibly Producing and anchoring at least 15-30 minutes a day on OTT
17. Performing other job-related duties as assigned
18. Meeting tight deadlines and working well under pressure
19. Maintaining professional and ethical conduct in the station and in the community
20. Maintaining a positive work atmosphere
21. Staying current with national and local news/weather

Qualifications/Requirements:

1. One (1) year experience in a newsroom preferred, including anchoring experience
2. BS/BA in journalism or communications preferred
3. Ability to shoot, write and edit your own stories as necessary
4. Experience with posting stories to web and social media
5. Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
6. Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
7. Computer literacy, including newsroom computer systems
8. A valid driver's license and a good driving record

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)

KGNS-TV/Gray Media, Inc. 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 vaccinate against the coronavirus before the first workday fully.

#J-18808-Ljbffr