Evening Anchor MMJ

Job Description

Evening Anchor MMJ

WCPO, The E.W. Scripps Company ABC affiliate in Cincinnati, Ohio, is seeking a dynamic Evening Anchor / Multimedia Journalist to join our team. As a passionate storyteller with a proven track record in broadcast journalism, you will not only deliver the news with authority and clarity, but also possess a strong ability to build community relationships, engage audiences through innovative social media strategies, and work collaboratively in a fast-paced newsroom environment.
Cincinnati, known for its vibrant arts scene and rich cultural heritage, boasts a thriving economy, three major league professional sports teams, and is home to multiple annual city-wide festivals and events that make it a fantastic place to live and work. If you're ready to make a meaningful impact by telling the stories that matter in this remarkable city, we invite you to apply today and become a key part of our outstanding newsroom culture.
WHAT YOU'LL DO:
• Anchor the newscast.
• Research, gather, write, and develop news content for multiple platforms.
• May report live on location from various news events.
• Perform various community service activities for station, including performing as master of ceremonies for public service events and as host/hostess for station events.
• Perform other duties as needed and assigned.
WHAT YOU'LL NEED:
• Bachelors degree in relation discipline preferred or equivalent years of experience
• Generally, 6+ years on-camera experience preferred
WHAT YOU'LL BRING:
• Must connect on camera with a sense of urgency
• Ability to cultivate sources and mine stories
• Knowledge of newsroom computers and computer databases strongly preferred
• Must demonstrate strong news judgment and organizational skills
• Must have keen sense of logistics and ability to work well under intense pressure and deadlines
• Must have good creative and editorial judgment, mastery of journalistic ethics, and libel law
• Must be able to speak clearly and concisely
• Valid driver's license, good driving record, and ability to provide proof of insurance with the company required insurance limits
If you are a current Scripps employee, please do not apply on this site. Please access our internal career site at Worklife > My Info > View Open Positions at Scripps.
SCRIPPS' COMMITMENT TO A CULTURE THAT CREATES CONNECTION:
At Scripps, we are committed to a culture that reflects the audiences and communities we serve. We are intentional about creating an environment where employees, our audiences and other stakeholders feel valued and inspired to reach their full potential and create connections. To successfully deliver on this commitment, we must understand and reflect the values and perspectives those around us embody. That process begins by looking inward to build and celebrate a respectful workplace where everyone feels a sense of belonging and connection. By continuing to cultivate an environment where all employees have a fair chance to s/ucceed, are included, valued, and seen, we will strengthen the connections that drive positive business impact and align with our core purpose.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-366939-216-73-216-117-42 in your application.