Sports Journalism Jobs in Decatur, GA (NOW HIRING)

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.

About WANF:

Gray Digital Media Atlanta (GDM Atlanta) is Gray Media’s flagship media operation in the Atlanta market. GDM Atlanta is a full-service media agency offering multiplatform advertising solutions and includes Atlanta News First (WANF), Peachtree TV Atlanta’s CW (WPCH), and Peachtree Sports Network (PSN). Together, they have served the Atlanta community for more than 50 years with local news, weather, sports, and entertainment. WPCH, formerly known as WTBS, “the Superstation,” changed its call letters to WPCH in October 2007. WANF, formerly WGCL, launched Atlanta News First in October 2022 and is the fastest-growing news brand in the southeast. WANF & WPCH are owned by Gray Television, headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia. Would you like to work in the #7 market in a city with a thriving economy and a vibrant culture? WANF and WPCH provide the community with award-winning local news coverage, dedicated community service, and effective marketing solutions for area businesses. Come to Atlanta for the opportunity. The energy. The chance to dream where there's space to contribute. Where creatives, universities, entrepreneurs, and the world's biggest brands intersect. Atlanta has a unique culture all its own with a young population, a bustling city center packed with urban parks and amenities, and famously walkable neighborhoods.

Job Summary/Description:

Atlanta News First is looking for our next MMJ for ATL Live, our Lifestyle show airing M-F on WANF. The MMJ will be a well-rounded journalist who can connect with the community. Strong ad-libbing skills and proven experience as an on-air personality are required. The position is for a "people person" who can identify relevant and trending topics, connect with our guests and audience, and generate engaging lifestyle content daily. The ideal candidate will have a great lifestyle news sense, experience writing, shooting, and editing content, and experience working with clients and the community. We are looking for someone who displays professionalism and personality, on and off the air. This is a unique position that works in Creative Services and collaborates with our sales team.

Duties/Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: 

• Must be able to write, shoot, and edit.
• Appear live on location for multiple hits during shows as needed.
• Ability to engage and connect with a diverse audience.
• Shoot and serve as talent for client segments.
• Work with Producers to create two to three enterprise packages each week, showcasing creativity and storytelling skills.
• Pitching local story ideas for the show
• Assisting the Producer with writing show segments
• Assist with the ATL Live social media account and assist with all online content for the website
• Interviewing show guests/clients both in-studio and on-location
• Research and present stories on the air
• Greeting and assisting guests during show preparations
• Researching show topics and developing questions for guests in coordination with the Producer
• Participating in events, either station-sponsored or others, to promote the show
• Closely working with the sales team and the executive producer on sponsored content
• Serve as a fill-in host on the morning lifestyle show as needed.
• Must have the ability to stay up to date on current events, what's popular, trendy, etc.

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Proven experience as an MMJ, host, or on-air personality
• Skilled in writing scripts for broadcast and digital platforms
• Proficient in shooting and editing video independently (Adobe Premiere, Edius, etc.)
• Resume reel required
• Ability to lift and carry equipment, including tripod, camera, and lights
• Ability to produce content in the field independently
• Strong ad-libbing and interview skills
• Ability to prioritize and address multiple projects with varying production timelines
• Team player who thrives in a fast-paced environment and comes to the table every day with positive energy.
• Willingness to have a flexible schedule.
• Must be a highly motivated self-starter, able to work well alone and as part of a team
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Thrives on feedback

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)

WANF-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.