About this role
WATE 6 News is searching for a weekend morning anchor who will work as an MMJ Monday - Wednesday. Candidate will not just anchor newscasts; they will collaborate with the weekend team to create compelling and engaging newscasts and digital content. Experience at a commercial television station is required for this position.
• JOB DUTIES:
• Anchor weekend morning newscasts & serve as occasional backup weekday anchor • MMJ report Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday • Produce content across all WATE platforms including television and digital • Pitch original and compelling story ideas • Demonstrate storytelling techniques for live shots, standups, 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 interviews, 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 AND 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 enterprises 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 • Promote teamwork and maintains attitude of cooperation with all station personnel • Operate newsroom computer systems