MmjAnchor Kalb

About Gray Media:

Today we are a growing multimedia company headquartered in Atlanta Georgia. We are the nations largest owner of top-rated local television stations and digital assets serving 117 full-power television markets that collectively reach approximately 37% of US 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 46 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 PowerNation Studios and studio production facilities Assembly Atlanta and Third Rail Studios.

About KALB:

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.

Job Summary/Description:

Are you a natural storyteller who thrives both in the field and at the desk KALB the dominant news leader in Alexandria Louisiana is searching for a dynamic MMJ/Anchor. We arent looking for a teleprompter reader we want an enterprising journalist who can pitch shoot and edit compelling enterprise stories take command of the anchor desk and connect with Central Louisiana across broadcast digital and social platforms.

Duties/Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

What Youll Do Includes:

Own the desk: Anchor with authority authenticity and a conversational style that makes viewers feel like theyre part of the story. Be prepared for each show by reading and editing scripts.
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 stations digital platforms and producing daily reels that reach our audience where they liveon 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 happenyoure 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.

What You Bring:

The Experience: Professional newsroom and on-air experience (youve been in the trenches and you love it).
Sharp News Judgment: You know whats a story whats 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 plusyou know how to build a show and cut a story.
Communication Skills: Youre an effective communicator whether youre talking to a source a viewer or a colleague in the newsroom.
Leadership Mindset: Youre a team player who knows how to lead a broadcast and inspire those around you.
The Essentials: You must possess a valid drivers license and a good driving record.

Why Youll Love It Here:

Market Dominance: Youll 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 ideasyoull 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 truly matters and youll be at the heart of it every single day.

Qualifications/Requirements:

College degree in journalism communications or a related field
Must thrive as part of a team and collaborate effectively with others
Strong anchoring communication and writing skills with the ability to craft engaging content across platforms
Must meet daily news deadlines and work well under pressure during breaking news and severe weather events
Understanding of and adherence to journalism ethics and using AP Style
Knowledge of ENPS and Edius is a plus

If you feel youre qualified and want to work with a great group of people go to you may type in the job title station call letters or click on apply now upload your resume cover letter and references

(Current employees who are interested in this position can apply through theGray-TV UltiPro self-service portal)

KALB-TV/Gray Media is a drug-free company

Additional Info:

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 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 Grays employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.