Morning Anchor

Job Description

Morning Anchor

WTMJ, the NBC affiliate in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, owned by The E.W. Scripps Company, is looking for a Morning Anchor. You'll join a dedicated team of journalists delivering accurate stories at a critical time of day. We're searching for an engaging anchor with a commanding and comfortable presence. You'll be starting viewers' days with accurate and important stories. Milwaukee, known as the ''Brew City,'' blends rich cultural history with a vibrant arts scene, providing a dynamic backdrop for local storytelling. With its stunning lakefront, thriving neighborhoods, and passionate sports spirit, Milwaukee offers a unique canvas for news coverage. Join us in capturing the heartbeat of this diverse community, where every corner has a story waiting to be uncovered. Apply today!
WHAT YOU'LL DO:
• Anchor the newscast.
• Research, gather, write, and develop news content for multiple platforms.
• 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.
• Report stories as needed, paired with a photographer.
• Perform other duties as needed and assigned.
WHAT YOU'LL NEED:
• Bachelors degree in related discipline preferred or equivalent years of experience
• Generally, 3+ years on camera experience preferred
WHAT YOU'LL BRING:
• Must connect on camera with a sense of urgency
• Ability to cultivate sources and dig for stories
• Knowledge of newsroom computers and computer databases is strongly preferred
• Must demonstrate strong news judgment and organizational skills
• Must have a keen sense of logistics and the 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's 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-j66n12-216-73-216-43-42 in your application.