News Anchor

Sinclair Inc.; Traverse City (MI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Sinclair, Inc. in Traverse City, MI is seeking a dynamic full-time Anchor/Producer/MMJ who leads shows, plans content, and produces engaging local news for air and digital platforms.

The ideal candidate has at least 1 year on-air experience, strong writing and newsroom judgment, and excels in live, in-field reporting with solid video shooting/editing skills and collaborative leadership.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year on-air experience
• Live commercial television experience required
• Strong in-field and live skills
• Exceptional written communications with conversational style
• Strong editorial judgment and ethical standards

Responsibilities

• Lead show planning and content production.
• Engage audiences across broadcast and digital platforms.
• Collaborate with team to deliver compelling local news.

Skills

Leadership

Writing

Producing

Delivery

Communication

Video shooting/editing

Tools

Camera

Editing software

Job description

WGTU/WGTQ is looking for a dynamic full-time Anchor/Producer/MMJ. 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


• Strong writing and producing 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 1 year 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.

Sinclair, Inc. (Nasdaq: SBGI) is a diversified media company and a leading provider of local news and sports. The Company owns, operates and/or provides services to 177 television stations in 79 markets affiliated with all major broadcast networks; owns Tennis Channel, the premium destination for tennis enthusiasts; and multicast networks CHARGE, Comet, ROAR and The Nest. Sinclair's AMP Media produces a growing portfolio of digital content and original podcasts. Additional information about Sinclair can be found at www.sbgi.net.