News Anchor
Fox•Austin, TX
•Onsite
About The Position
FOX 7 Austin is seeking a dynamic newsroom leader to anchor its premier evening newscasts and drive its 24/7 streaming presence. This role requires an energetic and relentless storyteller who can command the anchor desk and dominate the digital landscape. The ideal candidate will be adept at breaking news on TV, engaging audiences on social media, and building a trusted brand across multiple platforms.
Requirements
- 3+ years of primary anchoring experience in a fast-paced market.
- Proven digital skills with a track record of growing an engaged online audience.
- Strong unscripted anchoring ability and the editorial judgment to handle live and breaking-news coverage.
- Mastery of video editing, CMS platforms, and live breaking-news execution.
- A standout reel showing best studio work and engaging social and digital content.
Responsibilities
- Anchor live daily newscasts and high-stakes breaking coverage with credibility, warmth, and high energy.
- Anchor live digital newscasts presented without scripts, using strong news judgment and a conversational, confident delivery.
- Create engaging video-first content for Reels, TikTok, and Shorts.
- Push urgent updates to FOX7Austin.com, our app, and OTT streaming channels.
- Host live digital Q&As and interact directly with viewers online.
- Represent the station at major Central Texas events.
- Pitch enterprise leads and champion bold investigative angles.
- Mentor reporters.
Benefits
- Medical/dental/vision
- Insurance
- 401(k) plan
- Paid time off
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
No Education Listed
