Anchor Reporter

Hearst•Rogers, AR

12h•Onsite

About The Position

40/29, the ABC affiliate in Rogers, Arkansas, is seeking an Anchor/Reporter who brings the energy of live reporting to the anchor desk. The role combines anchoring with field reporting, enterprise journalism, exclusive stories, compelling storytelling, and live shots. The successful candidate demonstrates credibility, poise, personality, versatility, and the ability to work efficiently under tight deadlines. They ask tough questions, hold people in power accountable, develop sources, and help mentor producers and reporters. They write and edit scripts with viewer interaction in mind and report to the News Director. The Anchor/Reporter delivers scripted and ad-lib material, contributes to newscast production, plans and assembles stories, and supplies updates to mobile platforms. The position requires in-person attendance and work in all weather conditions, on varied shifts including overnights and weekends. The role may involve carrying up to 50 pounds and operating mobile transmission devices and current technology.

Requirements

At least 2 years of anchor experience.
At least 2 years of reporting experience.
A demo reel indicative of everyday work.
Ability to connect with viewers, in addition to strong reporting skills.
Ability to operate mobile transmission devices and use current technology.
Ability to work in all weather conditions and varied shifts, including overnights and weekends.
Ability to carry up to 50 pounds.
Valid driver's license and clear driving record.
Unwavering journalistic integrity and ethical standards.
Ability to handle the stresses and pressures of time-sensitive newscast production.
In-person attendance is required.

Nice To Haves

Related military experience will be considered.

Responsibilities

Deliver scripted and ad-lib material with professionalism, personality, and purpose.
Work with and guide reporters and producers in newscast production.
Plan, gather, and assemble stories for day-of-news coverage and special project assignments.
Coordinate with news managers and producers to develop stories with depth, distinctive enterprise angles, and exclusive content.
Develop a network of sources who provide tips, early access to information, and opportunities to break significant stories.
Appear on behalf of the station at public events.
Contribute pictures, video, and text updates to mobile platforms throughout the day.
Work on multiple stories and projects at once while meeting deadlines.
Summarize information in easy-to-understand components.
Enterprise exclusive stories, ask tough questions, hold people in power accountable, and complete live shots.
Write and edit scripts with viewer interaction in mind.
Help mentor producers and reporters.