DIGITAL CONTENT ANCHOR - WSAZ

FOX Carolina News•Huntington, WV

About The Position

WSAZ is seeking a dynamic, versatile on-air talent to work as a Digital News Anchor and Traffic Anchor. The position combines live breaking news and severe weather coverage with traffic reporting during early evening newscasts. The anchor reports live from the WSAZ+ Digital Desk studio and in the field, delivering timely updates to viewers across digital platforms.

Requirements

Strong live anchoring skills and the ability to remain calm and accurate during breaking news and severe weather.
Excellent writing, editing, and news judgment.
Comfort with live streaming, social platforms, and multi-platform content delivery.
Ability to work independently and adapt quickly to changing news conditions.

Nice To Haves

Proven on-air experience in news and/or live digital broadcasting.

Responsibilities

Anchor live breaking news coverage from the WSAZ+ Digital Desk studio and in the field.
Provide constant, accurate updates on breaking news and developing stories.
Anchor severe weather coverage and deliver timely information to help viewers protect themselves and their families.
Anchor and run the live desk across WSAZ+ platforms.
Deliver news in a clear, engaging style suited to on-demand and live digital audiences.
Ad-lib breaking news and severe weather coverage as new information comes into the station.
Work with producers, reporters, and digital teams to plan, script, and deliver live content.
Present traffic segments covering road conditions, construction, lane closures, and weather-related travel impacts.
Use live traffic cameras and graphics to deliver clear, useful traffic information.
Report on interstate conditions, school and major-event traffic, alternate routes, and weekly roadwork projects.