Weekend Morning Anchor/Reporter
About The Position
WTAE-TV, the ABC affiliate in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, seeks a Weekend Morning Anchor/Reporter who brings the energy of live reporting to the anchor desk and is also willing to report from the field. The role involves enterprise reporting, breaking significant stories, producing compelling coverage, completing live shots, asking tough questions, and holding people in power accountable. The Anchor/Reporter will mentor producers and reporters and write and edit scripts with viewer interaction in mind. The successful candidate is versatile, enterprising, efficient under tight deadlines, able to develop sources, and skilled in live reporting. The position reports to the Assistant News Director. In-person attendance is required.
Requirements
- At least 2 years of anchor experience.
- At least 2 years of reporting experience.
- A demo reel that is indicative of everyday work.
- Ability to connect with viewers, in addition to reporting skills.
- Ability to operate mobile transmission devices and use the latest technology.
- Ability to work in all weather conditions and varied shifts, including overnights and weekends.
- Ability to carry up to 50 pounds.
- Valid driver's license and clear driving record.
- Unwavering journalistic integrity and ethical standards.
- Ability to handle the stresses and pressures of time-sensitive newscast production.
- In-person attendance is required.
Nice To Haves
- Related military experience will be considered.
Responsibilities
- Deliver scripted and ad-lib material with professionalism, personality, and purpose.
- Work with and guide reporters and producers in newscast production.
- Plan, gather, and assemble stories for day-of news or special project assignments.
- Coordinate with news managers and producers to develop stories with depth, distinctive enterprise angles, and exclusive content.
- Develop a network of sources who provide tips and early access to information and enable significant breaking stories.
- Appear on behalf of the station at public events.
- Contribute pictures, video, and text updates to digital platforms throughout the day.
- Work on multiple stories and projects while meeting all deadlines.
- Summarize information in easy-to-understand components.
- Write and edit scripts with viewer interaction in mind.
- Mentor producers and reporters.
- Report from the field, enterprise exclusives, complete live shots, and ask tough questions that hold people in power accountable.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- 401(k) matching.
- Emotional wellness support.
- Paid time off.
- Paid parental leave.
- LGBTQ+ health services.
- Additional benefits to meet the employee's and family's needs.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
