News Anchor & Producer

Global News; Toronto; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent broadcasting company in Toronto is seeking a full-time temporary Anchor/Producer. The successful candidate will co-anchor various newscasts and participate in content development. This role requires a minimum of five years’ experience in journalism, exceptional communication skills, and a commitment to digital-first journalism. It's a dynamic role requiring adaptability to breaking news and team collaboration. Ideal candidates should possess strong storytelling and news writing abilities, along with excellent organizational skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum five years of reporting/anchoring experience is required.
• Experienced journalist capable of reporting and anchoring daily news.
• Strong understanding of local and national news.
• Strong on-air presence with exceptional news writing and storytelling.
• Proficient in creating and curating content for multiple platforms.

Responsibilities

• Anchor local and national newscasts in various markets.
• Lead editorial discussions with producers.
• Develop story ideas through research and interviews.
• Write, edit, and produce newscast segments.
• Mentor for digital journalism workflows.
• Use graphics and visual elements to enhance storytelling.
• Champion a digital-first workflow across teams.
• Participate in promotional and community initiatives.
• Perform other duties as required.

Skills

Leadership skills

Communication skills

News writing

Storytelling

On-air presentation

News judgment

Organizational skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Post-secondary education in journalism or broadcasting

Job description

About the Role:

Global Toronto is seeking a full-time, temporary (12-month) Anchor/Producer to join the team. Reporting to the News Director, this role will be responsible for co-anchoring Global News at 6 and anchoring late-night newscasts across various markets. The successful candidate must be comfortable working late nights on a regular basis, as well as a range of other shifts as required, including early mornings, days, evenings, weekends, and holidays. This position supports our multi-platform, digital-first strategy and contributes to our commitment to delivering news content 24/7. This is a Group 3 position under the current collective agreement.

Responsibilities:

• Anchor local and national newscasts in various markets and platforms
• Work with producers to lead editorial discussions and help determine the editorial direction and content of newscasts
• Initiate and develop story ideas through contact development, research, and interviews
• Actively participate in daily meetings by bringing enterprise pitches and advocating for strong local content
• Write, edit, and produce packaged and live segments
• Report, Anchor, Co-Anchor other Global newscasts and/or special event coverage
• Creatively use production graphics and other visual elements to enhance storytelling
• Be a strong advocate, model, and mentor for digital journalism and a digital-first workflow
• Participate in Global Toronto promotional and community initiatives
• Perform other duties as required

Skills and Experience:

• Post-secondary education in journalism, broadcasting, or a related field
• An experienced Journalist capable of reporting and anchoring daily news
• Minimum five years of reporting/anchoring experience is required. Preferable experience anchoring a daily newscast in a major market
• Exemplary leadership and communication skills
• Exceptional news writing, news delivery, and storytelling skills
• Proven on-air presentation, including live remotes and unscripted material
• Strong news judgment and editorial skills
• Proficient in creating, curating, and developing content using digital operating systems for multiple platforms
• The ability to respond quickly and knowledgeably to breaking news
• Strong understanding of local news in various markets as well as national news
• Willingness to adapt to rapidly changing technology and workflows as well as show a willingness to learn new online skills in a multi-faceted digital news operation
• Possess excellent communication and organizational skills and the ability to make independent decisions in pressure situations
• Ability to work well independently as well as effectively collaborate in a team setting
• Work well under pressure while meeting strict deadlines, possess a desire to be the best, and have a positive can-do attitude
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to adjust to changing priorities and objectives

Application Deadline: December 23, 2025

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Contract

Job function

• Writing/Editing and Public Relations

Industries

• Broadcast Media Production and Distribution and Entertainment Providers