Dynamic Anchor/Reporter: Break News & Lead Live Coverage

HEARST PROPERTIES, INC; Manchester (NH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

401k matching

Emotional Wellness Support

Paid Time Off

Paid Parental Leave

LGBTQ+ Health Services

Additional benefits

Job summary

WMUR in Manchester, NH is seeking an Anchor Reporter to bring energy to the anchor desk, enterprise exclusive stories, and strong live reporting. You will write and edit scripts for viewer interaction, and you will head out into the field as needed to break big stories.

You will report to the Assistant News Director, mentor other reporters, and work under tight deadlines while maintaining journalistic integrity. In-person attendance is required and candidates must be able to work varied shifts.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of anchor experience required.
• 2+ years of reporting experience required.
• Demo reel reflects everyday work.
• Anchor must connect with viewers and report.
• Operate mobile transmission devices and latest tech.
• Work varied shifts including overnights and weekends; up to 50 pounds.
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record.
• Unwavering journalistic integrity and ethics.
• Ability to handle time-sensitive newscasts and deadlines.
• Related military experience will be considered.
• In-person attendance is required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver scripted and ad-lib material with professionalism, personality, and purpose.
• Guide reporters and producers in newscast production.
• Plan and assemble stories on day-of news or special projects.
• Develop exclusive enterprise angles with local context.
• Build a network of sources for tips and exclusives.
• Appear at public events on behalf of the station.
• Contribute pictures, video and text updates to mobile platforms.
• Manage multiple stories and meet deadlines.
• Summarize information clearly.

Skills

Anchor experience

Reporting experience

Live reporting

Interviewing

Source development

Job description

WMUR in Manchester, NH is seeking an Anchor Reporter to bring energy to the anchor desk, enterprise exclusive stories, and strong live reporting. You will write and edit scripts for viewer interaction, and you will head out into the field as needed to break big stories.

You will report to the Assistant News Director, mentor other reporters, and work under tight deadlines while maintaining journalistic integrity. In-person attendance is required and candidates must be able to work varied shifts.