Weekend Anchor/Producer/MMJ
About The Position
The News Anchor/Producer/MMJ serves as the primary presenter of news stories and other content for all platforms in a manner that is clear, engaging and meaningful to news consumers. This role involves anchoring and producing weekend morning newscasts, creating content for various platforms including TV and digital, and working with management to develop daily stories. The individual will demonstrate compelling storytelling through live shots, stand-ups, graphics, and social media engagement. Responsibilities include organizing material, determining story angles, writing stories according to editorial standards, and gathering/verifying information through interviews, observation, and research. Building a network of sources to maintain a competitive edge is crucial. The role also includes performing special projects, actively participating in social media, and engaging in station-sponsored community events.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in communication/journalism or related degree required (equivalent years of experience may substitute for education)
- Two (2) years television anchoring or reporting experience required
- Solid vocal delivery, camera presence, and clear enunciation
- Able to develop sources in assigned beats and regularly enterprise stories with strong daily investigative elements
- Ability to be in command during live breaking news and weather events
- Communicates clearly with staff, the team on air, and viewers to ensure the latest and most accurate information is being presented in real time
- Understands importance of social media
- Excellent reading, writing, spelling, grammar and organizational skills
- Promotes teamwork and maintains attitude of cooperation with all station personnel
- Operate newsroom computer systems
Responsibilities
- Anchor and produce weekend morning newscasts
- Produce content for multiple platforms, including TV, internet, mobile, etc.
- Work with management to enterprise and develop stories daily
- Demonstrate compelling storytelling using dynamic live shots and stand-ups, creative graphics, and use of digital and social media platforms
- Organize material, determine angle or emphasis, and write story according to prescribed editorial style and format standards
- Gather and verify information regarding stories through interview, observation and research.
- Build network of sources who supply information that allows the Company to stay ahead of its competitors
- Performs special projects and other duties as assigned
- Actively participates in social media in accordance with company and station guidance
- Participates in station-sponsored community events in accordance with station guidance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
