News Anchor
WALA
Mobile, AL
Breaking News / Traffic Anchor - WALA
About WALA:
WALA FOX10 News is a local media organization producing news, weather and original content for the Gulf Coast. Located in Mobile, AL. WALA is the oldest existing television station in the state of Alabama. FOX10 takes pride in a winning culture and is committed to the community.
Job Summary/Description:
WALA/Fox10, the news leader in Mobile/Pensacola, is looking for a Breaking News/Traffic Anchor for its morning newscast. The perfect candidate is energetic, innovative, can ad lib and multitask. The Breaking News Traffic Anchor will identify breaking news stories no matter where they happen, push to get on the air quickly with that information, keep track of local traffic issues, and anchor traffic each morning.
Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
* Identify breaking news and traffic issues
* Push to get on air quickly
* Present stories on air
* Proficient use of touchscreen
* Fill-in anchor on morning newscast
* OTT desk anchor
* Make relevant social media pushes
This will require proficient use of a touchscreen. The successful candidate will also be required to fill-in as a news anchor during our morning newscasts, anchor news events from our OTT desk, and push relevant material to our social platforms.
Qualifications/Requirements:
* Excellent writing skills
* Ability to work well under pressure, meet deadlines, and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
* 2 years minimum experience at a commercial television station
* Effective on-camera interviewing ability
* Strong interpersonal skills including the ability to contribute in an on-camera and off-camera team environment
If you feel you're qualified and want to work with a great group of people go to https://gray.tv/careers#currentopenings, you may type in the job title, station call letters, or click on ''apply now'', upload your resume, cover letter and references
Jobcode: Reference SBJ-gxqnjq-44-212-93-133-42 in your application.
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