R1 News Anchor

Urban One; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 36,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Urban One seeks a seasoned News Anchor in Charlotte, NC for a full-time position. You will anchor and report daily, delivering objective, on-air newscasts across local and national stories while contributing ideas and handling tight deadlines.

The role requires newsroom experience, a journalism or communications degree, and legal work authorization in the United States. Competitive hourly compensation and benefits are provided.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Journalism or Communications.
• 3 years newsroom anchor experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Submit to a criminal background check.
• Legal right to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Know the news stories of the day (local, state, national, international).
• Provide in-house anchoring and reporting in a journalistically objective manner.
• Gather story information, write and deliver live or recorded newscasts.
• Contribute story ideas.
• Be aware of legal issues relating to news gathering, delivery and editorial content.
• Write, edit, prepare and conduct live and recorded newscasts in a journalistically objective manner, often on tight deadlines.
• Gather story information by phone, wire, internet and field reporters.
• Work with Program Director on delivery of content to follow the format clock.
• Interact with talk shows as part of an on-air ensemble team.
• Write, edit, prepare, and post written news articles for station’s digital platforms.
• Develop contacts and sources for stories.
• Other duties may be assigned

Skills

Professional attitude

Verbal communication

Written communication

Attention to detail

Work authorization

Education

Bachelor's degree in Journalism or Communications

Job description

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R1 News Anchor

Full Time Charlotte, NC, US

30+ days ago Requisition ID: 1233

Salary Range: $26.44 To $31.25 Hourly

Position:News Anchor

Department: Programming

Reports to: Program Director

FLSA: Exempt

Status: Full-time

Work Location:Charlotte, NC

Overview

The Radio One story began simply with a dream and one radio station. Over Forty-five years, 13 markets, and 70+ stations later, we are an urban media empire, spanning multiple media platforms. We are in your ears with Reach Media/Radio One, on your televisions with TV One, and may even be the name behind your favorite website, with our digital platform Interactive One. Information is power, and our mission here at Radio One, Inc. is simple, to be the most trusted media source in the African American community. At Radio One, we pride ourselves on hiring people who are dedicated and continue to challenge the norm, while embracing a corporate culture built on creativity and passion. We are our employees’ biggest fans, and it is our daily mission to attract, develop, and retain the brightest stars in the business.

Essential responsibilities

• Know the news stories of the day (local, state, national, international)
• Provide in-house anchoring and reporting in a journalistically objective manner
• Gather story information, write and deliver live or recorded newscasts.
• Contribute story ideas
• Be aware of legal issues relating to news gathering, delivery and editorial content
• Write, edit, prepare and conduct live and recorded newscasts in a journalistically objective manner, often on tight deadlines
• Gather story information by phone, wire, internet and field reporters
• Work with Program Director on delivery of content to follow the format clock
• Interact with talk shows as part of an on-air ensemble team
• Write, edit, prepare, and post written news articles for station’s digital platforms
• Develop contacts and sources for stories
• Other duties may be assigned

Knowledge / skills / abilities

• Present a positive and professional attitude and presence at all station events
• High-level written and verbal communication skills, and in particular the ability to
  communicate around multiple creative projects in a time-sensitive manner
• Strong attention to detail and solid organizational and project management skills
• Submit to a criminal background check
• Legal right to work in the United States

Education and/or experience

Bachelor's degree, preferably in Journalism or Communications. Must have newsroom experience: 3 years of anchor experience or an equivalent combination of education.

This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of duties or responsibilities. Employees may be required to perform additional job-related tasks as assigned, and the Company reserves the right to modify this job description at any time, with or without notice. This position is at-will, unless otherwise governed by a fully executed written agreement.

Urban One is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. Urban One is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you require an accommodation during the application process or to perform the essential functions of this role, please contact [e-mail]