Weekend News Jobs in Michigan (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 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, and studio production facilities Assembly Atlanta and Third Rail Studios.

About WLUC:

WLUC has been a fixture in Upper Michigan for 70 years. The #1 rated WLUC is the market leader and an NBC affiliate. FOX UP News is #2 in this competitive six-station market.
The U.P. is a recreational paradise. Winter, summer, spring or fall, if you enjoy the outdoors, this is the place for you. Ten minutes from anywhere, you’ll find a trail, river, lake, or event to capture your desire. The small town setting is peaceful and safe, but still has the big city entertainment and dining experiences. But it’s the people of Upper Michigan that make this area stand out. They’re friendly, helpful, honest, and fun.

Job Summary/Description:

WLUC-TV6 is looking for a Weekend News Anchor/MMJ. The right person needs to be a great communicator on-air and online. This is a full-time position. The right person is the newsroom leader on weekends. They handle all aspects of our on-air and online presence and are responsible for checking on-air scripts for accuracy and concision. They must have a great attitude and work well with others. Their relationship with those on the assignment desk and reporters in the field is critical to a quality product. A strong on-air, conversational presentation is a must. You'll work three weekdays as an MMJ. You produce and anchor two evening newscasts on the weekends and help update the station website and social media.

Duties/Responsibilities include (but are not limited to):

- Writing for on-air and online
- An eye for editorial suggestions related to structure, concision, and accuracy in scripts
- Must meet deadlines and be able to multitask
- Enjoy talking with people
- Professional appearance
- Strong on-air delivery and speaking voice

Qualifications/Requirements:

- Must have a valid Driver's License
- Previous experience as an MMJ is preferred.
- Ability to handle Social Media, including website writing, Facebook, Twitter, and more.

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

WLUC-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 the ability of Gray’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.