News Anchor - Wjhg

Gray Media • Panama City, FL

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About The Position

WJHG, the number-one station in Florida’s fast-growing Panhandle, is seeking an Evening Anchor to lead weekday newscasts. This journalist-leader will anchor, report, and create content for broadcast, streaming, web, and social platforms. The position also involves mentoring less-experienced journalists and building community relationships, including emceeing events and representing the station on and off camera. A passion for local news and a broad understanding of modern multi-platform journalism are required.

The role includes anchoring newscasts and assisting with producing, script checks, and content contributions; reporting breaking news and conducting live interviews; and producing, presenting, and technically directing daily content across multiple platforms. The anchor will adapt streaming content for broadcast, web, and social media, work on investigative and long-form projects, and assist with other newsroom duties as directed by management. The schedule is flexible and may change according to newsroom needs.

Requirements

• A BA/BS degree in Broadcast Journalism or a related field.
• Prior professional experience working in news media.
• Strong writing skills and experience writing for newscasts.
• Strong professional social media skills.
• Excellent communication and leadership capabilities.
• Willingness to participate in the community off camera and represent the station at local events.
• Solid technical and computer skills, including the ability to shoot, edit, write, and technically direct content independently.
• A valid driver's license and a good driving record.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule and hours that may change according to newsroom needs.

Responsibilities

• Anchor weekday newscasts and assist with producing, checking scripts, and contributing content.
• Report breaking news locally and/or nationally and schedule and conduct live interviews.
• Produce, present, and technically direct unique daily content for multiple platforms.
• Turn streaming-platform content into stories for broadcast, web, and social media.
• Multitask and handle technical responsibilities while reporting and anchoring live.
• Work on special projects, including investigative reporting and long-form features.
• Assist with other newsroom duties as directed by management.
• Mentor less-experienced journalists.
• Build community relationships, emcee events, and represent the station on and off camera.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level