News Anchor - Reporter (Weekends)

Sinclair Broadcast Group; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Weekend Morning News Anchor/Reporter to join their team in Columbus. This exciting role involves producing engaging content across multiple platforms, showcasing your storytelling prowess and live television skills. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in anchoring, excellent communication abilities, and a knack for generating compelling story ideas. Join a forward-thinking organization that values creativity and offers a supportive work environment, where your contributions can truly make a difference in local news reporting.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of on-air experience with a strong anchoring background.
• Proven ability to generate story ideas and engage audiences.

Responsibilities

• Produce daily content across various platforms including internet and social media.
• Research and write impactful stories with strong storytelling skills.

Skills

Story Generation

Enterprise Reporting

Communication Skills

Social Media Presence

Live Television Skills

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

WSYX/WTTE has an exciting opportunity for a full-time Weekend Morning News Anchor / Reporter. In this role, you will be required to produce daily content on a variety of platforms including the internet and social networks, along with performing other duties as assigned by the news managers. We are looking for someone with a clear understanding of how to dig for a story, research it, write it with an edge, and use strong storytelling and TV production to make it impactful and memorable. It is important to have strong writing skills and to have knowledge of current events. Dynamic live television and storytelling skills are a must.

Skills and Experience:

• A self-starter who can generate story ideas daily
• Ability to demonstrate enterprise reporting and creativity in storytelling
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to maintain an active social media presence to build your brand and gather original story ideas

Requirements and Qualifications:

• Previous anchoring experience is required
• At least 4 years of on-air experience
• Live shot experience is required
• Experience working in a team environment is essential

Please include a link to your online demo reel when applying online.

EEO AND INCLUSIVITY:

Sinclair is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace. Employment practices will not be influenced by 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.

ABOUT US

Sinclair, Inc. (Nasdaq: SBGI) is a diversified media company and a leading provider of local news and sports. The Company owns and operates 185 television stations across 86 markets, affiliated with all major broadcast networks, and owns Tennis Channel, multicast networks such as Comet, CHARGE!, TBD., and The Nest. Sinclair's content is delivered via multiple platforms, including over-the-air, multi-channel video program distributors, and the nation's largest streaming aggregator of local news content, NewsON. More information can be found at www.sbgi.net.

ABOUT THE TEAM

Our organization values its people, fostering a goal-oriented culture with great benefits, an open-door policy, upward mobility, and a strong commitment to your success. Interested in joining a winning team? Let's talk.