News Anchor/Multimedia Journalist (Evening) - Wifr
About The Position
WIFR is in need of an Anchor/MMJ who is a self-starter, who tells a great story, finds unique ways to present information to viewers, and can shoot good video. You must have a strong on-air delivery, sharp social media skills, and excellent people skills. Must also have the ability to not only handle but expect curveballs in story assignments and know how to adapt in each situation. College degree and previous newsroom experience. Good news judgment with the ability to make quick and accurate decisions, creative writing, good communication skills, and the ability to work under deadline pressure. You will write and edit news packages for air, as well as produce content for our website and social media pages. We need people who relate the news and incorporate "real people" in their work.
Requirements
- College degree and previous newsroom experience
- Good news judgment with the ability to make quick and accurate decisions
- Creative writing
- Good communication skills
- Ability to work under deadline pressure
- Working knowledge of all social media platforms
- Strong writing skills
- Solid on-air delivery
- Must possess a valid driver's license and good driving record
Nice To Haves
- Self-starter
- Tells a great story
- Finds unique ways to present information to viewers
- Can shoot good video
- Strong on-air delivery
- Sharp social media skills
- Excellent people skills
- Ability to handle curveballs in story assignments and know how to adapt in each situation
- Relates the news and incorporates "real people" in their work
- Ability to adapt to breaking news
Responsibilities
- Reporting
- Reporting from Anchor Desk
- Editing
- Web and Social Media - participation and contribution to several platforms
Benefits
- Comprehensive Medical(Rx), Dental, and Vision Coverage
- Health Savings Account with Company contributions
- Flexible Spending Account
- Employer-paid life and disability benefits
- Paid parental leave benefits
- Adoption and Surrogacy Benefits
- 401(k) Plan, including matching and profit-sharing contributions
- Employee Assistance Program
- Voluntary benefits, including Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness, Accident Insurance, and supplemental life insurance coverage
- Paid Time Off, including Relocation PTO
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
