Morning News Anchor

Sinclair Broadcast Group; Johnstown (Cambria County); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Sinclair Broadcast Group's WJAC is seeking a dynamic full-time Morning Anchor to lead our team in planning shows and producing content daily. The ideal candidate will engage audiences with a strong, conversational delivery and contribute to planning and storytelling across platforms.

The role requires active leadership, top-notch writing, and fluent on-air performance, with a proven aptitude for live broadcasting and editorial judgment.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of on-air experience.
• Live commercial television experience required.
• Strong in-the-field and live skills.
• Exceptional written communications with conversational style.
• Strong editorial judgment and ethical foundation.

Responsibilities

• Lead show planning and content development.
• Produce content regularly for broadcasts.
• Engage with the audience across social media.
• Collaborate with the news team and producers.

Skills

Leadership

On-air experience

Writing skills

News judgment

Video editing

Tools

Video editing software

Job description

WJAC is looking for a dynamic full-time Morning 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 2 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

While applying online, please include a link to your online demo reel

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.