#617 News Anchor

Responsibilities

• Ancor evening newscasts with professionalism, credibility, and personality
• Sell and edit franchise packages
• Deliver live reports during breaking news and severe weather coverage
• Write and proofread scripts to ensure accuracy, clarity, and strong storytelling
• Collaborate with producers, reporters, and newsroom leadership to produce compelling newscasts
• Help mentor and encourage less-experienced newsroom staff
• Create and post engaging content for digital and social media platforms
• Represent WWAY at community events and public appearances

Requirements

• Previous professional television news anchoring and reporting experience required
• Strong live reporting and ad-lib skills
• Excellent writing, editorial judgment, and communication skills
• Active and engaging presence on social media
• Experience with newsroom systems such as ENPS is a plus
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record required