Gray Promotes James Finch As It Expands News Services

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Gray Television, Inc. has promoted James Finch to Vice President of News Services. Finch has extensive experience in journalism, previously serving as Director of News Services, where he managed news vendor partnerships. In his new role, he will enhance support for newsrooms and lead an in-house news training program. With over 30 years in the field and a background as a corporate news coach, Finch's promotion reflects Gray's commitment to excellence in journalism. Gray is the largest owner of local television stations in the U.S., reaching about 36% of U.S. households.

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• Promotion of James Finch signifies a commitment to enhancing journalistic standards.
• Finch's extensive experience in journalism (over 30 years) may lead to improved newsroom operations.
• In-house news training program aimed at developing talent within the company.

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ATLANTA, Nov. 02, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Gray Television, Inc. (“Gray” or “our”) (NYSE: GTN) has promoted James Finch to Vice President of News Services. For the past several years, James has managed our news vendor partnerships and assisted Gray’s stations with content and resource sharing as Gray’s Director of News Services. In his new role, James will continue his vital work and additionally lead Gray’s new in-house news training program and our regional content producers.

“James is committed to excellence in journalism. He is a natural teacher and in this new position will provide even greater support to our newsrooms,” explained Gray Senior Vice President-Local Media Sandy Breland.

James has more than 30 years in journalism, including experience as a corporate news coach, local news director, newscast producer, MMJ, and print writer. He is a graduate of the NAB Education Foundation’s Broadcast Leadership Training Program and a former fellow of the Carole Kneeland Project for Responsible Journalism.

About Gray:

Gray Television, Inc. is a multimedia company headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia. Gray is the nation’s largest owner of top-rated local television stations and digital assets in the United States. Its television stations serve 113 television markets that collectively reach approximately 36 percent of US television households.  This portfolio includes 80 markets with the top-rated television station and 100 markets with the first and/or second highest rated television station. It also owns video program companies Raycom Sports, Tupelo Media Group, and PowerNation Studios, as well as the studio production facilities Assembly Atlanta and Third Rail Studios. For more information, please visit www.gray.tv.

Gray Contact:
Website: www.gray.tv
Sandy Breland, Senior Vice President, 504-352-4019

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FAQ

What is James Finch's new role at Gray Television?

James Finch has been promoted to Vice President of News Services.

How long has James Finch been in journalism?

James Finch has over 30 years of experience in journalism.

What does Gray Television specialize in?

Gray Television is the largest owner of local television stations and digital assets in the U.S.

What percentage of U.S. households does Gray Television reach?

Gray Television's stations reach approximately 36% of U.S. television households.

What new program is James Finch leading?

James Finch will lead Gray's new in-house news training program.