NEWS ANCHOR​/MMJ - WTVG

Gray Media, or Gray, is a multimedia company headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, formally 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 45 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.

About WTVG:

WTVG is located in Northwestern Ohio. Our viewers and customers are extremely friendly and down‑earth. We are a region of proud automotive workers home to Chrysler and GM plants. We are extremely passionate about our collegiate sports teams, including The Ohio State University Buckeyes, the University of Michigan Wolverines, the University of Toledo Rockets, and the Bowling Green University Falcons.

We enjoy all four seasons and the activities that come with each. Nature is always a short distance away, with many surrounding parks and Lake Erie for recreation. The roller coaster capital of the world, Cedar Point, is just a short drive from the television station. We have two minor league sports teams. The Toledo Mud Hens have a rich baseball history and loyal following.

Not to be outdone are the fans of our hockey team, the Toledo Walleye. We also love our food. There are many outstanding restaurants and local festivals throughout the year.

Since 1948, generations of families have grown up counting on WTVG to be a window to their world on‑air and now digitally. Our people, on‑air and behind the scenes, are trusted friends and neighbors in the community. There is a culture within our walls that recognizes the responsibility we carry to continue what was started seventy years ago. We take pride in our ratings, our content, our status, and the need to maintain the work ethic that got us to where we are.

There has always been a family atmosphere  care about each other and know that we are stronger as one team than as many individuals. We take our jobs seriously and know that we can be successful and have fun at the same time.

Now let our team tell you why our viewers say "This Is Home."

WTVG-TV, the number one-rated station in Toledo, Ohio, is currently seeking a News Anchor/MMJ. This candidate must be able to research, shoot, write and edit daily reports for television, digital, and social platforms. This person is also expected to pitch story ideas daily that are interesting and compelling, and also consistent with the station's brand. Developing contacts and sources in the community is also a must.

The ideal candidate should have previous experience as a news anchor and at least three years of experience as an MMJ for a broadcast news station, and be able to handle breaking news and live field coverage. This person must also have strong writing skills and be able to work well under pressure.

Duties/Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Minimum three years of newsroom experience preferred. A college degree in journalism or a related field.
• Must have the desire to win and the ability to reflect on your work and apply feedback.
• A strong candidate will have an established and responsible presence on digital platforms, including the station website, social media, and OTT.
• Understanding of and adherence to AP Style (for 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, multi-task and show composure,…