News Anchor; Morning​/Noon - Kalb

About Gray Media

Today, we are a growing multimedia company headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia. We are the nation's largest owner of top-rated local television stations and digital assets serving 117 full‑power television markets that collectively reach approximately 37% of U.S. television households. The portfolio includes 80 markets with the top‑rated television station and 100 markets with the first and/or second highest‑rated television station in average all‑day ratings across 116 of such markets that were measured by Nielsen in 2025.

We also own the largest Telemundo Affiliate group with 47 markets and Gray Digital Media, a full‑service digital agency offering national and local clients digital marketing strategies with the most advanced digital products and services. Our additional media properties include video production companies Raycom Sports, Tupelo Media Group, and Power Nation Studios, and studio production facilities Assembly Atlanta and Third Rail Studios.

KALB‑TV is the #1 most‑watched television station in Central Louisiana. KALB‑TV includes the powerhouse NBC that has dominated the market for more than 70 years, CBS, and the CW.

Are you a natural storyteller who lights up when the “On Air” sign glows? Do you have the kind of energy that can wake up a community and keep them engaged through their lunch break? KALB, the dominant news leader in Alexandria, Louisiana, is looking for a Morning/Midday Anchor who is as passionate about live interviewing as they are about digital storytelling.

We’re not just looking for a “reader”, we want a journalist who can lead a newsroom, own a live guest segment, and connect with our audience across Central Louisiana on every screen they own.

Duties/Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Own the desk:
  Anchor daily morning and midday newscasts with authority, authenticity, and a conversational style that makes viewers feel like they’re part of the story. Be prepared for each show by reading and editing scripts.
• Master the interview:
  Lead live guest segments with curiosity and poise, turning every interview into a “must‑watch” moment.
• Collaborate and create:
  Work hand‑in‑hand with producers to pitch, develop, and deliver stories that actually matter to the people of Central Louisiana.
• Drive digital engagement:
  Be a digital‑first journalist, posting compelling content to the station’s digital platforms and producing daily reels that reach our audience where they live—on their phones.
• Lead by example:
  Serve as a mentor and effective communicator within the newsroom, helping to set the editorial tone and maintain our high standards of journalism.
• Own the field:
  Be ready to report or field‑anchor when major breaking news or special events happen—you're as comfortable on a street corner as you are behind the desk.
• Represent the brand:
  Be a face of KALB in the community, building trust and connection both on‑air and off.

• The
  
  Experience:
  
  At least two years of professional newsroom and on‑air experience.
• Sharp News Judgment:
  You know what’s a story, what’s a “maybe,” and how to pivot when news breaks.
• Digital Fluency:
  You embrace every tool in the modern newsroom toolkit to connect with audiences across all platforms.
• Technical Chops:
  Knowledge of ENPS and Edius is a major plus—you know how to build a show and cut a story.
• Communication
  
  Skills:
  
  You’re an effective communicator, whether you’re talking to a source, a viewer, or a colleague in the newsroom.
• Leadership Mindset:
  You’re a team player who knows how to lead a broadcast and inspire those around you.
• The Essentials:
  You must possess a valid driver’s license and a good driving record.

• Market Dominance:
  You’ll be working at the #1 station in the market, with the resources and reach to make a real impact.
• Creative Freedom:
  We value your voice and your ideas—you’ll have a seat at the table in shaping our coverage.
• Digital Innovation:
  We are a digital‑first newsroom that encourages you to experiment and grow your personal brand across platforms.
• Community Connection:
  Central Louisiana is a place where local news…