News Anchor

NAB Leadership Foundation; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The News Anchor serves as the primary presenter of news stories and other content for all platforms in a manner that is clear, engaging and meaningful to news consumers.

Requirements include a Bachelor's degree in Broadcast Journalism or related field, fluency in English, excellent written and verbal communication, at least five years in news reporting or anchoring, strong on-air presence and news judgment, and the ability to coach others and meet deadlines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Broadcast Journalism or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Fluency in English.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; ad-lib when required.
• Minimum five years in news reporting or anchoring; market size may adjust.
• Superior on-air presence and strong news judgment.

Responsibilities

• Presents news stories and content for all platforms.
• Writes and delivers news clearly and concisely.
• Assists in writing, copy editing, researching and coordinating news programming.
• Acts as field reporter as assigned and conducts interviews.
• Responds to breaking news and urgent newsroom situations.
• Edits video clips and writes content for websites and emedia.
• Interacts with viewers on social media.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

On-air presence

News judgment

Team leadership/mentoring

Deadline management

Listening & collaboration

Driving ability

Education

Bachelor's degree in Broadcast Journalism

Tools

Office equipment proficiency

Job description

The News Anchor serves as the primary presenter of news stories and other content for all platforms in a manner that is clear, engaging and meaningful to news consumers.

• Presents news stories and other content for all platforms.
• Ensures that all news content meets company standards for journalistic integrity and production quality.
• Writes and delivers news stories in a clear and concise manner.
• Assists in writing, copy editing, researching and coordinating news programming and other content.
• Acts as a field reporter as assigned.
• Conducts interviews with news personnel and others.
• Responds to breaking news and other urgent newsrooms situations as required.
• Participates in promotional activities including public appearances.
• Performs special projects and other duties as assigned.
• Edits video clips as assigned.
• Writes content for the website and other eMedia platforms.
• Interacts with viewers/users on social media sites.

Requirements & Skills :

• Bachelor's degree in Broadcast Journalism, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience.
• Fluency in English.
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written with the ability to ad lib when required.
• Minimum five years' experience in news reporting or anchoring. (More or less depending on market size.)
• Superior on-air presence.
• Excellent news judgment with an expansive knowledge of local and national current events, history, newsmakers and issues.
• Experience guiding, directing and motivating others.
• Ability to identify the developmental needs of others and to coach, mentor or otherwise help others to improve their knowledge or skills.
• Proficiency with computers, telephones, copiers, scanners, fax machines and other office equipment.
• Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to effectively listen to fully understand problems and communicate with a team to shape a solution.
• Valid driver's license with a good driving record.
• Flexibility to work any shift.