Weekend Morning Anchor

Hearst•Winter Park, FL

11h•Onsite

About The Position

WESH 2 News, the Hearst-owned NBC affiliate in Orlando, is looking for a Weekend Morning Anchor/Reporter. We want someone who can bring the energy of live reporting to our anchor desk. In addition to credibility, poise, and personality, we need an anchor who is ready to head out into the field and break the big stories. Our next Anchor/Reporter will enterprise exclusives, tell compelling stories, and execute energetic live shots. We are looking for this market’s next leader who isn’t afraid to ask the tough questions and will hold those in power accountable. Our anchors are newsroom leaders who help mentor and grow producers and reporters. Our anchors write and edit scripts with conversational communication in mind. We are looking for a versatile, enterprising self-starter who is fast, efficient, works well under tight deadlines, can develop sources, and has excellent live reporting skills.

Requirements

2+ years of anchor experience required
2+ years of reporting experience required
Demonstrated ability to enterprise and uncover
Demo reel is indicative of everyday work
Anchor that connects with viewers, in addition to reporting skills
Operate mobile transmission devices and use latest technology.
Can work in all weather conditions, work varied shifts, including overnights and weekends and carry up to 50 pounds.
Have a valid driver's license, can drive large vehicles over long distances and a clear driving record.
Have and exhibit unwavering journalistic integrity and ethical standards.
Can deal with the stresses and pressures of time-sensitive newscast production.
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, gathers and assembles stories on day-of news or special project assignments.
Works with a photographer to gather and edit compelling video and captivating sound.
Coordinate with news managers and producers to develop stories that go beyond surface details, that accentuate unique enterprise angles, and have exclusive content.
Develop a network of sources who provide tips, early access to information, and allow the reporter to break stories of significance.
Appear on behalf of the station at public events.
Contribute pictures, video and text updates to mobile platforms throughout the day.
Juggle multiple stories and projects at once, demonstrates exceptional time-management skills by meeting all deadlines under extraordinary pressure.
Unwavering journalistic integrity and ethical standards.
Summarize information into easy-to-understand components.