Anchor Reporter

WMUR-TV; Manchester (NH); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical | Dental | Vision

401(k) matching

Emotional Wellness Support

Paid Time Off

Paid Parental Leave

LGBTQ+ Health Services

Additional benefits to meet your and你的

Job summary

WMUR-TV in Manchester, NH is seeking an Anchor Reporter to bring energy to the desk, enterprise exclusives, and strong live reporting. You will head into the field, develop sources, and mentor producers and reporters while writing and editing scripts with viewers in mind.

You must have 2+ years in anchoring and reporting, a compelling reel, and the ability to work under tight deadlines. In‑person attendance is required, with shifts including overnights and weekends.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of anchor experience required.
• 2+ years of reporting experience required.
• Demo reel reflects everyday work.
• Anchor connects with viewers and newsroom teammates.
• Ability to operate mobile transmission devices and use current technologies.
• Willing to work varied shifts, including overnights and weekends.
• In-person attendance is required.
• Valid driver’s license with clear record.

Responsibilities

• Deliver scripted and ad‑lib material with professionalism, personality, and purpose.
• Work with and guide reporters and producers in newscast production.
• Plan, gather and assemble stories on day‑of news or special project assignments.
• Coordinate with news managers and producers to develop stories that go beyond surface details, that accentuate unique enterprise angles, and have exclusive content.
• Develop a network of sources who provide tips, early access to information, and allow the reporter to break stories of significance.
• Appear on behalf of the station at public events.
• Will contribute pictures, video and text updates to mobile platforms throughout the day.
• Work on different stories and projects at once and meet all deadlines.
• Summarize information into easy‑to‑understand components.

Skills

Anchor experience

Reporting experience

Journalistic integrity

Live reporting

Source development

Team mentorship

Job description

Job Description

WMUR, the ABC affiliate in Manchester, NH is looking for an Anchor Reporter. The Anchor/Reporter is someone who can bring the energy of live reporting to our anchor desk. In addition to credibility, poise, and personality; you are an anchor who isn’t afraid to head out into the field and break the big stories. You will enterprise exclusives, tell compelling stories, and complete live shots. You are someone who isn’t afraid to ask the tough questions, will hold those in power accountable and help mentor producers and reporters. You will write and edit scripts with viewer interaction in mind. You are versatile, enterprising, and can work fast and efficient, and works well under tight deadlines, can develop sources, and has excellent live reporting skills. You will report to the Assistant News Director.

Responsibilities

• Deliver scripted and ad‑lib material with professionalism, personality, and purpose.
• Work with and guide reporters and producers in newscast production.
• Plan, gather and assemble stories on day‑of news or special project assignments.
• Coordinate with news managers and producers to develop stories that go beyond surface details, that accentuate unique enterprise angles, and have exclusive content.
• Develop a network of sources who provide tips, early access to information, and allow the reporter to break stories of significance.
• Appear on behalf of the station at public events.
• Will contribute pictures, video and text updates to mobile platforms throughout the day.
• Work on different stories and projects at once and meet all deadlines.
• Summarize information into easy‑to‑understand components.

Requirements

• 2+ years of anchor experience required.
• 2+ years of reporting experience required.
• Your demo reel is indicative of your everyday work.
• Anchor that connects with viewers, in addition to reporting skills.
• Operate mobile transmission devices and use latest technology.
• Can work in all weather conditions, work varied shifts, including overnights and weekends and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Have a valid driver’s license and a clear driving record.
• Have and exhibit unwavering journalistic integrity and ethical standards.
• Can deal with the stresses and pressures of time‑sensitive newscast production.
• Related military experience will be considered.
• In‑person attendance is required.

Benefits

• Medical | Dental | Vision
• 401(k) matching
• Emotional Wellness Support
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• LGBTQ+ Health Services
• Additional benefits to meet your and your family's needs.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. we do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, creed, national, origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.