About Gray Media:
Today, we are a growing multimedia company headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia. We are the nation's largest owner of top-rated local television stations and digital assets, serving 117 full-power television markets that collectively reach about 37% of U.S. 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 such markets 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 and the most advanced digital products and services. Our additional media properties include video production companies Raycom Sports, Tupelo Media Group, and PowerNation Studios, as well as studio production facilities Assembly Atlanta and Third Rail Studios.
About KTUU
Alaska's News Source has a reputation of excellence as the state's most watched news source, producing 32 hours of broadcast news, weather, and sports content each week on KTUU-TV/Channel 2 and KYES/Channel 5 in Anchorage, as well as KATH and KYEX in Southeast Alaska and KTVF and KXDF in Fairbanks. ARCS-TV, Alaska's rural communications service, expands reach and brand loyalty by adding broadcast distribution to more than 200 rural communities throughout the state. A leader in digital content, AlaskasNewSource.com offers breaking news and statewide community coverage. Our News and Weather Apps, podcasts, and streamed content offered through Connected TV platforms reach audiences far beyond broadcast. Our mission is "To Tell Alaska's Story," and we strive to consistently distinguish ourselves as Alaska's preferred source for news, information, and community service.
Job Summary/Description:
Do you love morning news and thrive on delivering visually compelling stories? Alaska's News Source is seeking a morning shift MMJ (5:30 a.m.- 1:30 p.m., M- F) who is responsible for researching, pitching, developing, writing, shooting, reporting, and editing stories of viewer interest and community importance. The morning MMJ is expected to deliver reports of high visual and ethical standards, using creative ideas and live-news capabilities. Coverage is on-air, live or taped, and on the station's digital and streaming platforms. The morning MMJ may also be tasked with fill-in morning anchor or producer duties as assigned.
Duties/Responsibilities will include (but not be limited to):
• Excellent on-camera live reporting skills required; ability to ad-lib during breaking news
• Shoot and edit video daily for all media platforms
• Ability to do active and involved live shots and stand-ups
• Strong on-camera presentation skills with engaging presence
• Excellent interview and communication skills
• Must be able to write in a clear, concise, and conversational manner
• Strong research skills, including the ability to navigate online search engines and use Social Media daily
• Strong initiative and attention to detail are required
• Must enterprise hard-news, research-based stories at daily news meetings
• Basic computer knowledge including newsroom software (ENPS), Microsoft applications and Internet use
• Ability to work well with others and independently with limited supervision
Qualifications/Requirements:
• College degree is required. Journalism, Broadcast, or related field is preferred.
• Must hold a valid driver’s license and a good driving record
• Ability to shoot/edit video, ability to work independently as a “one-man band” under tight deadlines
• AP stylebook knowledge
• Must have the desire to be at work during big breaking news, weather coverage, and special events
• Must be flexible to cover other schedules as assigned, including days, nights, and weekends when needed
If you feel you’re qualified and want to work with a great group of people, go to https://gray.tv/careers#currentopenings, 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 the Gray-TV UltiPro self-service portal)
KTUU-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 genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Gray Media complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment at every location where 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 Gray’s employees' ability to perform their job duties may result in discipline, up to and including discharge.
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.
Skills Required
- College degree
- Valid driver's license and good driving record
- Ability to shoot and edit video independently under tight deadlines
- Excellent on-camera live reporting and presentation skills
- Ability to write clearly, concisely, and conversationally
- AP Stylebook knowledge
- Ability to work during breaking news, weather coverage, and special events
- Flexibility to work other schedules, including days, nights, and weekends
- Journalism, broadcast, or related field degree
- Basic computer knowledge, including ENPS, Microsoft applications, and Internet use
- Strong research, interview, communication, initiative, and attention-to-detail skills
Gray Media Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Gray Media and has not been reviewed or approved by Gray Media.
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Affordable Benefits — A no‑premium employee‑only medical option and heavily subsidized alternatives reduce premium costs, with added features like virtual care, infertility/adoption support, and travel reimbursement. Company‑paid life and disability insurance further bolster overall value.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — PTO, paid parental leave, and company holidays are presented as standard elements of the package. These are complemented by wellbeing resources such as a 24/7 EAP and substance‑reduction programs.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) Savings Plan is offered, with company materials and listings referencing employer contributions or matching. This provides structured retirement planning within the broader rewards mix.
Gray Media Insights
What We Do
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 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 PowerNation Studios, and studio production facilities Assembly Atlanta and Third Rail Studios. Gray owns a majority interest in Swirl Films. For more information, please visit www.graymedia.com.
