News Anchor; Morning - Weau

About Gray Media

Gray Media, or Gray, is a multimedia company headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, formerly known as Gray Television, Inc. The company is the nation's largest owner of top-rated local television stations and digital assets serving 113 television markets that collectively reach approximately 36 percent of US television households. The portfolio includes 77 markets with the top-rated television station and 100 markets with the first and/or second-highest-rated television station, as well as the largest Telemundo Affiliate group with 43 markets totaling nearly 1.5 million Hispanic TV Households.

The company also owns Gray Digital Media, a full-service digital agency offering national and local clients digital marketing strategies with the most advanced digital products and services. Gray's 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.

WEAU 13 News is the dominant news organization serving 26 counties across western Wisconsin. We're committed to keeping and earning people's trust by always being accurate, transparent, and without bias. We deliver relevant local journalism to Eau Claire and surrounding communities - and we take that responsibility seriously.

We seek a versatile morning anchor to lead our flagship early morning newscast. You'll be the voice and face of WEAU during critical morning hours, commanding audience trust through authoritative delivery, sharp storytelling, and authentic connection with viewers. This is a high-visibility role in a fast-paced environment that demands excellence, adaptability, and unwavering commitment to editorial integrity.

• On-Camera Anchoring
  • Anchor AM and Noon newscasts, breaking news cut-ins, and streaming content with consistent quality
  • Conduct live interviews with news makers, experts, and community leaders
  • Adapt to story changes and breaking developments with minimal notice
  • Maintain professional on-air presence and delivery standards across all platforms
• Newscast Production & Story Development
  • Collaborate with producers on story selection and rundowns
  • Develop and pitch story ideas that resonate with viewers
  • Participate in daily editorial meetings and story planning sessions
  • Review and approve scripts for accuracy, style, and clarity
  • Produce newscasts and assist with editing as needed
  • Contribute original reporting and occasional field coverage
• Storytelling & Digital
  • Write clear, accurate, and engaging scripts in AP style for broadcast, streaming, and digital
  • Develop sources and build community relationships
  • Commit to digital-first storytelling, including vertical video and social-native content
  • Post stories, video, and updates to the station website and social media with audience-focused framing
  • Collaborate with producers and editors to ensure accuracy and editorial integrity
• Community Engagement
  • Engage viewers across on-air, streaming, social media, and in-person channels
  • Make public appearances at community events and fundraisers
  • Respond to audience feedback and adapt coverage based on community needs

• Bachelor's degree in journalism, communications, or related field
• Previous anchoring and reporting experience
• Strong writing and editing skills with mastery of AP style
• Excellent on-camera presence and natural, conversational delivery
• Knowledge of newsroom ethics, public records, and verification practices
• Ability to work early morning hours
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record

• Leadership:
  Sets the tone for the morning show; influences newsroom culture positively
• Adaptability:
  Thrives amid breaking news and high-pressure situations
• Collaboration:
  
  Works seamlessly with producers, reporters, editors, and technical staff
• News Judgment:
  Makes sound editorial decisions; demonstrates strong news sense
• Integrity:
  Maintains ethical standards; refuses to compromise accuracy for speed
• Resilience:
  Manages demanding schedule and stress inherent in live television

• Schedule:
  
  Early morning shifts, Monday through…