NEWS ANCHOR - WBNG

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Johnson City, NY, USA
In-Office
45K-48K Annually
Junior
Digital Media • News + Entertainment
The Role
Anchor primetime newscasts and host a lifestyle program while leading newsroom editorial standards, mentoring staff, creating digital and social content, and representing the station at community events.
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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 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 47 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.

We understand that life needs balance. That is why we offer our employees and eligible family members a comprehensive benefits package, including:

  • Comprehensive Medical(Rx), Dental, and Vision Coverage
  • Health Savings Account with Company contributions
  • Flexible Spending Account
  • Employer-paid life and disability benefits
  • Paid parental leave benefits
  • Adoption and Surrogacy Benefits
  • 401(k) Plan, including matching and profit-sharing contributions
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Voluntary benefits, including Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness, Accident Insurance, and supplemental life insurance coverage
  • Paid Time Off, including Relocation PTO
  • Focus on Caring

Salary/Wage:

$45,000 - $48,000/yearly

Shift/Schedule:

Mon. - Fri. (or at Manager's Discretion)

Job Type:

Full-Time

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About WBNG:

WBNG is the CBS affiliate in Binghamton, NY, also carrying the subchannels of The CW, MeTV, Court TV, Grit, and Outlaw. For over 75 years, WBNG has been a pioneer for new technology and at the pinnacle of breaking news coverage.

Job Summary/Description:

WBNG-TV in Binghamton, NY, is looking for a versatile player to join our multi-platform newsroom and award-winning team as a news anchor. We want someone who can do it all and relishes being a leader.

Duties/Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

What you’ll do:
• Anchor primetime newscasts: deliver the day’s most important news with authority, empathy, and a conventional style that connects with our audience
• Host Around The Tiers: bring high energy and fun to our lifestyle program, interviewing local newsmakers, business owners, and community leaders, and contributing some producing skills to the show as well
• Connect with the community: represent WBNG at local events and appearances to help showcase what the Southern Tier has to offer
• Lead in the newsroom: we’re looking for a multi-talented journalist who can serve as a mentor for our team, helping to shape editorial direction and maintain high standards for every story and show
• Own the digital space: craft engaging social media and digital content that drives viewers to our platforms

Qualifications/Requirements:

What you bring:
• Solid news judgment, strong writing skills, and a proven ability to effectively communicate as a newscast anchor with the personality to host a lifestyle show
• A digital-first mindset that proves you understand that the news doesn’t stop when the cameras turn off; you’re active on social media and comfortable creating for streaming
• At least two years of experience anchoring and connecting with your audience preferred
• Familiarity with newsroom systems (like ENPS) and basic video editing is a big plus
• A driver’s license and a good driving record are required

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)

WBNG-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 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.

Skills Required

  • Solid news judgment and strong writing skills
  • Ability to effectively communicate as a newscast anchor and host a lifestyle show
  • Digital-first mindset; active on social media and comfortable creating content for streaming
  • At least two years of anchoring experience
  • Familiarity with newsroom systems (like ENPS)
  • Basic video editing skills
  • Driver's license and a good driving record
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The Company
HQ: Tulsa, OK
2,154 Employees
Year Founded: 1897

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.

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