Anchor/Multi-Media Journalist

We are looking for an experienced journalist who can lead by example. This anchor must maintain an on-air persona that is friendly, energetic, and authoritative. Anchor must exhibit urgency every day, particularly during breaking news, and be able to engage with the community on air, digitally and in person.

We expect our anchors to be newsroom leaders. You will be a part of a growing news team built on a strong emphasis of positive reinforcement, feedback, growth, and a desire to win.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• 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

Requirements & Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in Communication/Journalism or related degree required (equivalent years of experience may substitute for education
• Three (3) years television anchoring or reporting experience required
• Solid vocal delivery, camera presence, and clear enunciation
• Strong reporting skills
• Understand 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

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