Anchor/Reporter

WMUR-TV; Manchester (NH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; 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 who can deliver energetic live reporting from the field while anchoring the desk. This role requires writing and editing scripts with audience interaction in mind, developing exclusive stories, and mentoring other reporters and producers.

You will enterprise big stories, work under deadline pressure, and represent the station at public events. A valid driver's license and the ability to work varied shifts are required.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of anchor experience
• 2+ years of reporting experience
• Demo reel reflects daily work
• Anchor connects with viewers and reports effectively
• Operate mobile transmission devices and use latest technology
• Willing to work in all weather conditions and varied shifts (nights/weekends) with up to 50 lbs
• Valid driver's license and clean record
• In-person attendance is required

Responsibilities

• Deliver scripted and ad-lib material with professionalism and purpose.
• Guide reporters and producers in newscast production.
• Plan and assemble stories on day-of news or special projects.
• Collaborate with managers and producers to develop exclusive, enterprise content.
• Build a network of sources for timely tips and exclusive stories.
• Represent the station at public events.
• Contribute video, photos, and text updates to mobile platforms.
• Handle multiple stories and meet deadlines.
• Summarize information into clear, understandable components

Skills

Anchor/Reporter

Live reporting

Enterprise reporting

Write/edit scripts

Interviewing

Mentor producers/reporters

Operate mobile transmission devices

Weather/resilience for shifts

Driver's license

In-person attendance

Tools

Mobile transmission devices

Job description

Local News Anchor Reporter

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 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, gathers and assembles 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 meeting 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

Values in Action

At Hearst Television we tell stories every day. Stories about people of all backgrounds, perspectives, and identities. That’s why, behind the scenes, we believe in being an organization that fosters collaboration and open communication, ensuring that the content we create is authentic, accurate, and connected to the communities we serve.

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

About Us

Hearst Television (HTV) owns and/or operates 35 television and two radio stations serving 27 media markets across 39 states reaching nearly 25 million U.S. television households. HTV is recognized as one of the industry's premier broadcasting companies and has been honored with numerous awards for distinguished journalism, industry innovation, and community service. 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.