Anchor
About The Position
Reporting to the News Director, the Anchor serves as the primary personality and host for all NJ PBS video-based news content. This individual presents news, conducts live and studio interviews, and contributes to editorial planning and script writing. The Anchor/Reporter contributes content to both NJ PBS’ daily news broadcast and its digital platforms and will occasionally report stories from the field. The Anchor/Reporter brings authority, clarity, and authenticity to NJ PBS and is a key public-facing figure. The Anchor/Reporter exemplifies the station’s commitment to serve all New Jerseyans with trustworthy public journalism.
Requirements
- A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in journalism, communications, broadcasting, or a related field.
- Minimum three years of professional experience working in media.
- Demonstrated on-camera broadcast experience, including live news anchoring or live news content production in a professional environment.
- Strong broadcast writing skills with ability to produce and deliver news scripts accurately under deadline.
- Flexibility to work varied hours, including early mornings, evenings and weekends for breaking news or special event coverage.
- Demonstrated ability in reporting and writing news stories for broadcast programs and digital platforms.
- Strong interpersonal skills
Nice To Haves
- A master’s degree from an accredited institution.
- Experience at a public media or PBS-affiliated station.
- Knowledge of New Jersey political, civic, and community affairs.
- Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish.
Responsibilities
- Host news segments from the studio, including daily video-based news posts, the nightly newscast, live special event coverage, and news specials.
- Develop, write, and deliver news scripts with accuracy and clarity.
- Conduct in-studio and live remote interviews with newsmakers, officials, experts, contributors, and community members.
- Contribute to the booking of guests and interview subjects.
- Collaborate with producers on rundown structure and editorial focus.
- Participate in editorial meetings, pitch stories and ideas for coverage, and contribute to story selection.
- Represent NJ PBS at community events, public appearances, and industry functions.
- Contribute to social media content, including short-form video and social posts.
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of New Jersey political, social, and community affairs across all 21 counties.
- Establish and maintain relationships with news sources, elected officials, community leaders, business leaders, and cultural leaders in New Jersey.
- Adhere to NJ PBS editorial standards and public media ethics guidelines.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- health insurance
- retirement plans
- tuition assistance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
