Main Anchor Ep

Job Description

Together, we are building a sustainable future for local news.
CBS19 is searching for a Main Evening Anchor/Executive Producer who will solo anchor our 5 p.m. newscast and co-anchor our 10 p.m. newscast, while also serving as a key newsroom leader overseeing the editorial direction and production of all dayparts - morning, early evening, and prime time.
We're looking for someone who thrives in a leadership role, takes ownership of content, and is passionate about creating impactful, community-centered journalism for East Texas.

Responsibilities:
What You'll Do
As a newsroom leader:
• Supervise and support producers and show execution across morning, early evening, and late news
• Shape rundowns that are urgent, informative, and viewer-focused
• Mentor producers, reporters, and anchors in writing, show flow, and editorial judgment
• Lead breaking news strategy across platforms - broadcast, digital, and streaming
• Champion community-focused stories that reflect the diversity and heartbeat of East Texas
As an anchor and storyteller:
• Solo anchor the 5 p.m. newscast with confidence and credibility
• Co-anchor the 10 p.m. newscast, contributing to planning, content strategy, and tone
• Write and edit for broadcast, digital, and social platforms
• Help craft stories that stand out with strong visuals, emotion, and depth
• Engage with viewers on social media and in the community
Requirements:
What You Bring
• Minimum 3 years of anchoring experience, preferably in local news
• Strong editorial judgment and clear communication skills
• Ability to coach, mentor, and collaborate with producers and reporters
• Experience producing or assisting in show planning and structure
• Confidence in live, unscripted situations, especially breaking news
• Familiarity with ENPS and Edius systems (preferred)
• Deep interest in serving and uplifting East Texas communities
• Solid understanding of digital and social platforms for content creation and engagement
Extra Credit If You:
• Have previous experience leading a team or managing show content
• Bring fresh, innovative ideas to linear and digital storytelling
• Have a strong on-camera presence and comfort engaging with diverse audiences
• Have roots in or a passion for East Texas
• This is a full-time, leadership-track role with competitive pay and benefits. Salary is commensurate with experience.
At CBS19 our station is ''Putting East Texas First'' in everything that we do. If you're ready to anchor with purpose and lead with vision, we want to hear from you.
Benefits:
TEGNA offers comprehensive benefits designed to safeguard the physical, mental and financial health of our employees and their families. TEGNA offers two medical plan options for full and part-time employees through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas, as well as access to dental and eye care coverage; fertility, surrogacy and adoption assistance; disability and life insurance.
Our 401(k) program offers full, part-time and temporary employees the opportunity to contribute 1% - 80% of their pay on a pre-tax basis to TEGNA's 401(k). Contributions made up to the first 4% of pay are eligible for a 100% match from the company and are 100% vested from day one.
Regardless of participation in TEGNA medical plans, ALL employees and their eligible family members receive nine free virtual doctor's appointments with a physician through Teladoc, and 12 free annual therapy sessions with a licensed clinician through Spring Health.
TEGNA offers a generous Paid Time Off (PTO) benefit as well as nine paid holidays per year.
* Some jobs are covered by a collective bargaining agreement and thus some or all of the benefits described herein may not apply. For example, some newsroom bargaining unit employees receive health and retirement benefits under plans administered by the union.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-qkkw1m-216-73-216-0-42 in your application.