11PM Anchor/News Reporter
About The Position
The 11pm Anchor/News Reporter collects, analyzes and presents facts about newsworthy events through interviews, investigation and observation. The role reports news for broadcast and produces and presents reports across platforms in a clear, engaging and meaningful way for news consumers. It involves developing and researching story ideas, gathering and verifying information, arranging interviews, writing and editing content, and ensuring work meets editorial approval, company standards for journalistic integrity, and production-quality requirements. The position also writes for web and other eMedia platforms and interacts with viewers and users on social media.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Broadcast Journalism or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience.
- Fluency in English.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- At least two years of news reporting experience; the requirement may vary depending on market size.
- Superior on-air presence.
- Proficiency with computers, telephones, copiers, scanners, fax machines and other office equipment.
- Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Valid driver’s license with a good driving record.
- Flexibility to work any shift.
- Must join the SAG-AFTRA Union.
Responsibilities
- Report news stories for broadcast, describing the background and details of events.
- Arrange interviews with people who can provide information about stories.
- Review copy and correct errors in content, grammar and punctuation according to editorial style and formatting guidelines.
- Review notes about events and identify pertinent facts and details.
- Determine a story’s emphasis, length and format, and organize material accordingly.
- Research and analyze background information related to news stories to provide complete and accurate information.
- Gather information through research, interviews, experience or attendance at political, news, sports, artistic, social or other functions.
- Pitch stories relevant to the local community to news managers and producers.
- Receive assignments and evaluate leads and tips to develop story ideas.
- Discuss issues with producers and/or news managers to establish priorities or positions.
- Check reference materials, including books, news files and public records, to obtain relevant facts.
- Revise work to meet editorial approval or time requirements.
- Shoot and edit news events and news reports.
- Produce and present reports for all platforms.
- Ensure content meets company standards for journalistic integrity and production quality.
- Write stories for the web and other eMedia platforms.
- Interact with viewers and users on social media sites.
- Perform special projects and other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
