Lead Anchor

Optimum • New York, NY

54d

About The Position

News 12 is our award-winning, hyper local news station covering communities throughout Long Island, the Bronx, Brooklyn, Westchester, Hudson Valley, Connecticut and New Jersey. News 12 New York is our National streaming service for regional news, weather and News 12 originals.

If you’re committed to delivering high quality news and storytelling with a hyper local lens, we have positions available for both on and off-air talent with opportunities for development and growth.Job SummaryNews 12 is looking for the right individual to be the primary presenter of news and other content across all platforms including social media in a way that connects with viewers, demonstrating credibility, authority and broadly based knowledge of news. The News Anchor/Multimedia Journalist will assist in the writing, copy editing, researching and coordinating of news programming and other content presentation.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience preferred
• 5+ years full-time professional news experience including two years anchoring experience preferred
• Highly effective on-air performance, excellent news judgment, and extensive knowledge of local and national current events and history, newsmakers, and issues are required
• Should have excellent news writing and copy editing ability for all platforms including social media
• Ability to work independently in a one man band, backpack, multimedia environment
• Ability to edit on non-linear systems i.e. Adobe Premiere
• Knowledge of libel laws and ethical foundations of journalism
• Ability to conduct probing, in-depth and engaging interviews and enhances stories by providing insight and perspective
• Ability to think quickly and respond appropriately in high pressure situations
• Valid driver's license with good driving record
• Ability to lift, carry and maneuver up to 50 lbs
• Ability to work inside a climate controlled office/studio environment and outside in all weather conditions including extremes in hot and cold temperature, wet or humid conditions
• Flexibility to work any assigned shift with ability to work nights, weekends and holidays; or longer shifts due to breaking news

Responsibilities

• Develop sources, maintain contacts and pursue leads that result in original stories.
• Provide leadership that encourages excellence and assist in the smooth operation of the organization.
• Maintain a deep level of familiarity with issues, newsmakers, and current events.
• Will act as field reporter as assigned as well as respond to breaking news and other urgent newsroom situations as required.
• The candidate must have the ability to independently shoot, write and edit clear, relevant and meaningful news stories.
• Position is responsible for participating in promotional activities including public appearances, will also participate in special projects and perform other duties as assigned.
• Expected to write web/digital copy for all stories

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 51-100 employees