Action News 5 Employee Directory

Broadcast Media Production and DistributionTennessee, United States51-200 Employees

WMC-TV, branded as Action News 5, is a Memphis-based local television station in the broadcast media sector, serving the Mid-South region. It is an NBC affiliate that airs more than 40 hours of local news weekly, reflecting a long-standing commitment to the Tennessee, Arkansas, and Mississippi markets dating back to 1948 when it first began in the region. Within the broadcast industry, Action News 5 is recognized for journalistic excellence, with awards from professional groups including the National Association of Broadcasters, the National Association of Black Journalists and the Society of Professional Journalists, as well as multiple Emmy Awards for news and special events. The station operates from Memphis, Tennessee, focusing on local news content that informs the community and maintains a leadership position in regional coverage. In 2023, the organization announced several personnel moves, including the appointment of Warren Luckett as Founder and other hires such as a Chief Development Officer for a local conservation effort and roles focused on medical outreach, youth services, and community engagement.

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