Anchor/Reporter

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