Weekend News Anchor/Reporter

About the role

The News Anchor Reporter 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. You will produce content for multiple platforms, including TV, internet, and mobile.

Responsibilities

• Work with management to enterprise and develop stories daily
• Demonstrate compelling storytelling using dynamic live shots and stand-ups, creative graphics, and use of digital and social media platforms
• Organize material, determine angle or emphasis, and write stories according to prescribed editorial style and format standards
• Gather and verify information regarding stories through interview, observation, and research
• Build a network of sources who supply information that allows the company to stay ahead of its competitors
• Perform special projects and other duties as assigned

Requirements & Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Communication/Journalism or related field required (equivalent years of experience may substitute for education)
• Three (3) years of television anchoring or reporting experience required
• Solid vocal delivery, camera presence, and clear enunciation
• Strong reporting skills
• Understand the importance of social media
• Excellent reading, writing, spelling, grammar, and organizational skills
• Promotes teamwork and maintains an attitude of cooperation with all station personnel
• Operate newsroom computer systems
• May join SAG-AFTRA Union (non-exempt)

Pay

The annual salary range for this position is $56,000 - $62,000, with final compensation determined based on the candidate's experience, skills, and qualifications.