About this role
The News Anchor 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.
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Presents news stories and other content for all platforms.
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Ensures that all news content meets company standards for journalistic integrity and production quality.
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Writes and delivers news stories in a clear and concise manner.
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Produces newscasts and communicates clear direction with team members.
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Assists in writing, copy editing, researching and coordinating news programming and other content.
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Acts as a field reporter as assigned.
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Conducts interviews with news personnel and others.
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Responds to breaking news and other urgent newsrooms situations as required.
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Participates in promotional activities including public appearances.
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Performs special projects and other duties as assigned.
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Edits video clips as assigned.
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Writes content for the website and other eMedia platforms.
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Interacts with viewers/users on social media sites. Requirements & Skills:
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Bachelor’s degree in Broadcast Journalism, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience.
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Fluency in English.
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Excellent communication skills, both oral and written with the ability to ad lib when required.
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Minimum two years’ experience in news reporting or anchoring. (More or less depending on market size.)
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Superior on-air presence.
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Excellent news judgment with an expansive knowledge of local and national current events, history, newsmakers and issues.
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Experience guiding, directing and motivating others.
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Ability to identify the developmental needs of others and to coach, mentor or otherwise help others to improve their knowledge or skills.
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Proficiency with computers, telephones, copiers, scanners, fax machines and other office equipment.
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Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
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Ability to effectively listen to fully understand problems and communicate with a team to shape a solution.
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Valid driver’s license with a good driving record.
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Flexibility to work any shift.