Live Desk News Anchor — Morning & Breaking Coverage

Sinclair Broadcast Group; Hoover (AL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Sinclair Broadcast Group is seeking a dynamic Live Desk Anchor for Good Morning Alabama. You will lead live desk reporting during breaking news, deliver in-studio traffic updates, and help viewers understand developing events with clarity and confidence.

The role includes filling in for primary anchors, appearing in midday newscasts, and leading an ongoing on-air franchise. A strong social media presence and audience engagement are important parts of the job.

Qualifications

• At least three years of on-air experience.
• Live commercial television experience.
• Strong live reporting skills, especially during breaking news.
• Exceptional written communication skills and a conversational writing style.
• Strong editorial judgment and a proven ethical foundation.
• Flexibility to fill in for primary anchors and contribute to morning and midday newscasts.

Responsibilities

• Lead live desk reporting during breaking news.
• Deliver live traffic updates from the studio.
• Explain unfolding events clearly and quickly to viewers.

Skills

Live desk reporting

On-air delivery

Editorial judgment

Audience engagement

News writing

Job description

Sinclair Broadcast Group is seeking a dynamic Live Desk Anchor for Good Morning Alabama. You will lead live desk reporting during breaking news, deliver in-studio traffic updates, and help viewers understand developing events with clarity and confidence.

The role includes filling in for primary anchors, appearing in midday newscasts, and leading an ongoing on-air franchise. A strong social media presence and audience engagement are important parts of the job.