Dynamic Evening News Anchor & MMJ Reporter

Gray Media

West Lafayette (IN)

On-site

USD 42,000 - 60,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

WLFI is seeking an anchor to lead the weeknight 10 and 11 pm newscasts, Monday through Friday, and to MMJ daily. The role involves developing, gathering, shooting, writing and editing compelling stories for broadcast and online.

You will report live from the field, post content to the website, and contribute story ideas while maintaining strong news judgment and the ability to work under deadline pressure. A college degree in journalism is preferred.

Qualifications

Experience is preferred, but not required.
College degree in journalism or related field.
Valid driver’s license and clean driving record required.
Strong news judgment.
Strong writing skills.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment under pressure of strict deadlines.
Non-linear editing.
ENPS knowledge.
Web publishing skills.
Background check required.

Responsibilities

Anchor our weeknight 10 & 11 pm newscasts Monday through Friday.
Fill in as an anchor on other shifts as needed.
Develop, gather, shoot, write, and edit compelling news stories.
Report live from the field, as assigned.
Write, edit, and post compelling content for the website.
Contribute story ideas regularly; organizational skills and working under pressure are a must.
Develop and maintain contacts and news sources.
Attend and represent the station at community events regularly.
Other job-related duties as required.