Anchor Reporter

NAB Leadership Foundation; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

NAB Leadership Foundation in Milwaukee, WI, is seeking an experienced Local News Anchor Reporter to deliver engaging news content. This role requires 2+ years of anchor and reporting experience, as well as strong live reporting skills.

The ideal candidate will connect with viewers, mentor other staff, and excel under pressure. Responsibilities include delivering material professionally, developing stories, and maintaining journalistic integrity. This position offers an opportunity to thrive in a dynamic newsroom environment.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of anchor experience required.
• 2+ years of reporting experience required.
• Valid driver's license and clear driving record.

Responsibilities

• Deliver scripted and ad-lib material with professionalism.
• Coordinate with news managers to develop compelling stories.
• Develop a network of sources to break significant news.

Skills

Live reporting skills

Storytelling

Field reporting

Source development

Technical operation skills

Education

Relevant experience or training

Equivalent military training considered

Job description

Local News Anchor Reporter

Milwaukee WI, United States

WISN-TV, the ABC affiliate in Milwaukee, WI, 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.

Job 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.

Qualifications

• 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.

Education

• Related experience and/or training considered as well as a combination of education and experience.
• Equivalent military training from Defense Information School (DINFOS) and associated experience will be considered.
• Hearst Television is a proud supporter of military veterans. Related military training and experience will be considered.

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.