National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ)

NEWS ANCHOR/REPORTER - WXIX

CINCINNATI, OHPosted 20 days ago

Job summary

  • Job post source

    This job is directly from Gray Media, the company operating WXIX-TV.

  • Job overview

    The News Anchor/Reporter at WXIX-TV (FOX19 NOW) in Cincinnati is responsible for anchoring newscasts and reporting impactful stories, playing a key role in delivering local news and investigations to the community.

  • Responsibilities and impact

    The role involves anchoring early evening newscasts, handling breaking news on-air and in the field, creating high-impact news content for multiple platforms, developing community sources for investigative stories, and maintaining a strong social media presence.

  • Compensation and benefits

    Salary details are not specified; the company offers equal employment opportunities and encourages vaccination, with standard benefits likely but not detailed in the description.

  • Experience and skills

    Candidates should have a bachelor's degree in journalism or related field, preferably 5 years of anchoring experience, strong live content delivery skills, ability to work independently and in teams, excellent communication and writing skills, and must pass an MVR check.

  • Work environment and culture

    Gray Media promotes a nondiscriminatory, inclusive workplace with a drug-free policy and encourages COVID-19 vaccination, emphasizing equal opportunity and employee rights.

  • Company information

    Gray Media is a leading multimedia company owning top-rated local TV stations across 113 markets, including WXIX-TV, serving the Cincinnati tri-state area with extensive local news and popular programming.

  • Job location and travel

    The position is based in Cincinnati, Ohio, serving the Ohio, Kentucky, and Indiana tri-state area, with a focus on local news coverage.

  • Application process

    Applicants should apply online at https://gray.tv/careers#currentopenings by submitting a resume, cover letter, and references; current employees can apply via the Gray-TV UltiPro portal.

  • Unique job features

    This role offers the opportunity to work for a flagship FOX affiliate with a strong community presence and involvement in high-profile local sports and news coverage.

Company overview

The National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ) is a prominent organization dedicated to advocating for Black journalists and media professionals. Founded in 1975, NABJ focuses on providing training, support, and networking opportunities to enhance the careers of its members. The organization generates revenue through membership fees, sponsorships, and events such as their annual convention, which is one of the largest gatherings of journalists in the country. NABJ is committed to increasing diversity in newsrooms and ensuring fair representation of Black communities in media coverage.

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  • Highlight your social media proficiency and your track record of creating high-impact news content across broadcast, digital, streaming, and social media platforms, as these are key to the role at WXIX.

  • Apply through multiple channels including Gray Media's corporate careers site at gray.tv/careers and professional networks like LinkedIn to maximize your application visibility.

  • Connect with current employees or newsroom leaders at National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ) and Gray Media on LinkedIn; use ice breakers like commenting on recent impactful stories they covered or expressing your enthusiasm for their community engagement efforts.

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