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FOX Carolina News•Wilmington, NC

2d•Onsite

About The Position

WECT is looking for a Weekend Anchor/Reporter who is ready to lead our weekend coverage and help dominate the digital landscape. This isn't just about sitting behind a desk; it’s about owning the story across our broadcast, social, and WECT Digital Studio livestream platforms in one of the most beautiful coastal markets in the country.

Requirements

A digital-first mindset: You don't just "post to social"—you understand how to craft stories specifically for streaming and digital outlets.
On-camera charisma: You have a natural, engaging presence whether you're behind the desk or reporting live from the field.
Smart news judgment: You know a great story when you see one and have the skills to enterprise it from start to finish.
Strong writing chops: You write for the ear and the eye, crafting scripts that are punchy, accurate, and human.
Technical versatility: You’re comfortable with the tools of the trade (including an eye for video, editing, tracking, and operating with the latest technology to go live and quickly send video).
Empathy and curiosity: You care about people and the stories that shape their lives.
Resilience: You thrive under deadline pressure and can handle the unpredictability of a live news environment with a smile.

Nice To Haves

2+ years of experience in a newsroom is preferred, but your passion and potential matter most.

Responsibilities

Lead our weekend newscasts with authority, energy, and a conversational style that connects with our viewers in southeastern North Carolina.
Be the face of our livestream newscasts and digital-first updates, engaging with our audience in real-time where they live—on their phones and streaming devices.
Enterprise and deliver high-quality daily packages that go beyond the surface, telling the stories that matter most to our community during the week.
Create compelling content for TikTok, Reels, and Facebook that stops the scroll and brings our audience into the heart of the story.
Pivot quickly to breaking news and severe weather, providing calm and authoritative coverage across all platforms when our community needs us most.
Work closely with a producer and production staff to ensure our weekend coverage is cohesive, multi-platform, and always "Where News Comes First."