NEWS ANCHOR - KPLC

News Anchor - KPLCKPLC-TV in Lake Charles seeks a dynamic anchor to join our news team. A successful candidate must be a proven leader, motivated, and passionate about storytelling. The ideal candidate must be an effective communicator who excels in delivering a variety of stories in scripted and breaking news situations. The ability to cultivate sources, enterprise stories, and produce at least a weekly story is a must. Applicant must have a love for local news, a passion for creative storytelling, and the drive to be a mentor to other journalists. Responsibilities go beyond anchoring newscasts. They include, but are not limited to, generating story ideas, shooting/writing/editing stories for broadcast, digital, and social platforms, and acting as an ambassador for 7News. Maintaining professional social media accounts and assisting the team in showcasing stories are vital. Please note - primary job duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the information listed above. Qualifications include possessing strong delivery and reporting skills, along with the ability to adlib. The successful candidate must also be proficient in digital platforms and meet social media and CTV goals as outlined by management. Experience in shooting/editing own stories and a college degree in journalism or a related field are also required. Driving is required for this position, so an MVR check is required. 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. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.