Digital News Anchor Reporter

Job Description

The Digital News Anchor Reporter serves as the primary presenter of news stories and other content for the digital platform in a manner that is clear, engaging and meaningful to news consumers. The Digital News Anchor Reporter will aggressively anchor coverage of live events, breaking news, sports events and other content on CBS 42 Now.
• Writes content for the website and other eMedia platforms.
• Responds to breaking news and other urgent newsrooms situations as required.
• 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

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-rz302q-18-191-240-243-42 in your application.