News Anchor/Host (Morning) - Katc

Gray Media • Lafayette, LA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

KATC is looking for an engaging, energetic journalist to join our team as a Morning Anchor/Host. This position anchors our weekday morning newscasts while also reporting original stories for broadcast, digital, and social platforms. The ideal candidate is a strong communicator who can connect with viewers, handle breaking news, and contribute meaningful journalism both on the anchor desk and in the field.

Requirements

• Previous professional television news experience is required.
• Strong on-air presentation skills with the ability to communicate naturally and confidently.
• Excellent writing, reporting and storytelling skills.
• Strong news judgment and an understanding of what makes a story relevant to a local audience.
• Ability to ad-lib effectively and remain composed during breaking news and other unscripted situations.
• Experience shooting and editing video and producing content independently in the field.
• Ability to work effectively under tight deadlines and manage multiple assignments.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate with producers, reporters, photographers, meteorologists and newsroom leadership.
• Demonstrated ability to develop sources and generate original story ideas.
• Understanding of digital journalism, social media and multiplatform storytelling.
• Flexibility to work early mornings and adjust schedules when major breaking news or special coverage requires it.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications or a related field is preferred, or an equivalent combination of education and professional experience.

Responsibilities

• Anchor weekday morning newscasts and deliver news in an authoritative, conversational, and engaging manner.
• Help lead breaking news coverage and demonstrate strong ad-libbing skills during developing stories.
• Work closely with producers, meteorologists, and newsroom leadership to develop compelling and informative morning newscasts.
• Research, pitch, shoot, write and edit original stories for television, digital and social platforms.
• Develop sources and maintain strong relationships with people and organizations throughout Acadiana.
• Conduct live interviews and field reports, including coverage of breaking news and major community events.
• Write clear, accurate, and compelling broadcast and digital copy on deadline.
• Participate in editorial discussions and contribute story ideas that reflect the interests and concerns of our audience.
• Maintain an active and professional presence on social media and use digital platforms to engage with viewers and advance reporting.
• Represent KATC professionally at station-sponsored and community events.
• Maintain high journalistic and ethical standards and ensure all reporting is fair, accurate and properly sourced.
• Perform other duties as assigned based on newsroom and coverage needs.

Benefits

• Equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics.
• Compliance with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment.
• Prohibition of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree