Description

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