News Anchor - Reporter (Weekends)

Sinclair Broadcast Group • Mishawaka, IN

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About The Position

WSBT has an exciting opportunity for a full time Weekend News Anchor / Reporter
for our News Share operation! This role is based in South Bend, but provides a
unique opportunity to anchor our 10 p.m. strongly rated newscast for our
company's FOX station in Wiles Barre, Pennsylvania and report three days a week
for WSBT-South Bend's #1 rated station in every daypart. In this role, you will
be required to produce daily content on a variety of platforms including the
internet and social networks, along with performing other duties as assigned by
the news managers. We are looking for someone with a clear understanding of how
to dig for a story, research it, write it with an edge, and use strong
storytelling and TV production to make it impactful and memorable. It is
important to have strong writing skills and to have knowledge of current events.
Dynamic live television and storytelling skills are a must.

Requirements

• A self-starter and who can generate his or her own story ideas on a daily basis
• Ability to demonstrate enterprise reporting and creativity in storytelling
• Exemplary communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to maintain an active social media presence to build your brand and solicit original story ideas
• Previous experience working in a team environment is a must

Nice To Haves

• Previous anchoring experience is preferred
• Live shot experience is preferred

Responsibilities

• produce daily content on a variety of platforms including the internet and social networks
• performing other duties as assigned by the news managers

Benefits

• great benefits
• open door policy
• upward mobility
• a strong desire to see you succeed

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed