Anchor

TheNews Anchor serves as the primary presenter of news stories and other content for all platforms in a manner that is clear, engaging and meaningful to news consumers.

·        Presents news stories and other content for all platforms.

·        Ensures that all news content meets company standards for journalistic integrity and production quality.

·        Writes and delivers news stories in a clear and concise manner.

·        Produces newscasts and communicates clear direction with team members.

·        Assists in writing, copy editing, researching and coordinating news programming and other content.

·        Acts as a field reporter as assigned.

·        Conducts interviews with news personnel and others.

·        Responds to breaking news and other urgent newsrooms situations as required.

·        Participates in promotional activities including public appearances.

·        Performs special projects and other duties as assigned.

·        Edits video clips as assigned.

·        Writes content for the website and other eMedia platforms.

Interact with viewers/users on social media sites

Requirements & Skills:

·        Bachelor’s degree in Broadcast Journalism, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience.

·        Fluency in English.

·        Excellent communication skills, both oral and written with the ability to ad lib when required.

·        Minimum five years’ experience in news reporting or anchoring.  (More or less depending on market size.)

·        Superior on-air presence.

·        Excellent news judgment with an expansive knowledge of local and national current events, history, newsmakers and issues.

·        Experience guiding, directing and motivating others.

·        Ability to identify the developmental needs of others and to coach, mentor or otherwise help others to improve their knowledge or skills.

·        Proficiency with computers, telephones, copiers, scanners, fax machines and other office equipment.

·        Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.

·        Ability to effectively listen to fully understand problems and communicate with a team to shape a solution.

·        Valid driver’s license with a good driving record.

·        Flexibility to work any shift. 

Benefits: Our comprehensive benefits package includes, but not limited to, medical (with multiple plan options), dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, a 401(k) with company matching contributions, Paid Parental leave, life insurance and more.