Evening News Anchor

NAB Leadership Foundation; Hoover (AL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

ABC 33/40 in Hoover, AL is seeking a dynamic full-time Evening News Anchor who can lead a show, shape content, and engage viewers with a strong, personable presence. The ideal candidate will plan shows, produce content regularly, and embrace social media to connect with audiences.

You must have at least 5 years on-air experience and live TV know-how. Exceptional writing, editorial judgment, and strong in-the-field reporting skills are essential to deliver compelling, ethical newscasts.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of on-air experience.
• Live commercial television experience is required.
• Strong in-the-field and live reporting skills.
• Exceptional written communications using a conversational style.
• Strong editorial judgment and an ethical foundation.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning of shows and content production.
• Engage audiences and embrace social media to connect with viewers.
• Collaborate with staff to deliver compelling, ethical newscasts.

Skills

Leadership

On-air presence

Writing

Video editing

Communication

Live reporting

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.