Morning News Anchor

Anchor the morning newscast from 5:00-7:00am, with various live and recorded updates to follow. Help make decisions about stories to be included in newscasts and in what order they should air. Revise scripts and prepare to deliver them on-air. Interview guests live in studio with engaging commentary. Schedule & organize off-site interviews for newscast content.

Attend morning newsroom editorial meetings. Work with News Director to plan short- & long-term content. Work closely with Digital Manager, coordinating what & how to post stories on the web and on social media. Is knowledgeable about local, national, and global events. Has a good understanding of government & legal policy and procedures.

Maintain extensive community contacts and awareness of local, state and national current events. Complete other duties as assigned. College degree in broadcast journalism or comparable experience. Minimum of two years’ experience as a news anchor preferred. Quick & effective decision-making, live ad-libbing, and maintain performance under extreme pressure.

Must be articulate in English, possess excellent written & verbal communication skills, the ability to read a teleprompter, and an ability to get along with and motivate a broad range of personalities. Professional & maintained on-air appearance. Demonstrated ability to take initiative, manage projects from start to finish, and meet deadlines without direct supervision.

Ability to work effectively under pressure, prioritize, and organize. Ability to work evenings, early mornings, and weekends when needed.