Evening News Anchor

Sinclair Broadcast Group; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

ABC 33/40 is seeking a dynamic full-time Evening News Anchor in Birmingham who can lead a newsroom, contribute to show planning and content creation, and engage audiences with a confident on-air presence.

The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of on-air experience, live commercial television background, strong storytelling and editorial judgment, sharp video shooting/editing skills, and exemplary communication. Social media engagement and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of on-air experience in television or equivalent.
• Strong writing and news judgment.
• Outstanding on-air delivery and presence.
• Sharp video shooting/editing and newsroom leadership.
• Ability to engage audiences and collaborate with teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead anchors in the evening newscast and contribute to show planning.
• Produce content and coordinate with reporters and producers.
• Engage audiences through compelling storytelling and social media.

Skills

Leadership

Delivery

Writing

Video editing

Communication

Job description

ABC 33/40 is looking for a dynamic full-time Evening News Anchor. In addition to being an outstanding journalist with a great personality, you need to be a team leader. Our anchors are leaders who participate in the planning of our shows and produce content regularly. A competitive passion to win and openness to innovation is mandatory! Our winning candidate will be someone who embraces social media and knows how to consistently engage with the audience. Collaboration is a big part of this role!

The ideal candidate will have:

• Strong Leadership skills
• Smooth/pleasant delivery
• Strong writing skills and news judgment
• Sharp video shooting and editing skills
• Exemplary communication skills

Requirements and Qualifications:

• You must have at least 5 years of on-air experience
• Live commercial television experience is a must
• Strong "in-the-field and live" skills
• Exceptional written communications skills using a conversational writing style
• Strong editorial judgment and a proven ethical foundation

EEO AND INCLUSIVITY:

Sinclair is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and a drug free workplace. Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by virtue of an applicant's or employee's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.