Weekend Anchor / Producer / MMJ

Job Description

The News Anchor/Producer/MMJ 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.
• Anchor and produce weekend morning newscasts
• 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
• Actively participates in social media in accordance with company and station guidance
• Participates in station-sponsored community events in accordance with station guidance

Requirements & Skills:
• Bachelor's degree in communication/journalism or related degree required (equivalent years of experience may substitute for education)
• Two (2) years television anchoring or reporting experience required
• Solid vocal delivery, camera presence, and clear enunciation
• Able to develop sources in assigned beats and regularly enterprise stories with strong daily investigative elements
• Ability to be in command during live breaking news and weather events
• Communicates clearly with staff, the team on air, and viewers to ensure the latest and most accurate information is being presented in real time
• Understands 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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Jobcode: Reference SBJ-nebezm-18-97-9-172-42 in your application.