Reporter Anchor

WAPT Jackson; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Reporter Anchor who thrives in a fast-paced environment. This role requires creativity in story development, strong interviewing skills, and the ability to deliver compelling live reports. The ideal candidate will be a self-starter, capable of working under tight deadlines while maintaining journalistic integrity. Join a diverse team that values innovative storytelling and community engagement, and enjoy a range of modern benefits designed to support you and your family. If you are ready to make a significant impact in the world of broadcast media, this is the opportunity for you.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Matching

Paid Time Off

Paid Parental Leave

Emotional Wellness Support

LGBTQ+ Health Services

Qualifications

• Strong enterprise reporting and ability to uncover details.
• Experience with live reporting and story development.

Responsibilities

• Plan and gather stories for day-of news or special projects.
• Deliver material with professionalism and personality.
• Develop a network of sources for breaking stories.

Skills

Enterprise Reporting

Interviewing Skills

Live Reporting

Story Development

Writing Clear Copy

Operating Mobile Transmission Devices

Education

Professional Reporting Experience

College Reporting Experience

Tools

Mobile Transmission Devices

Job description

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Job Description

16WAPT, the ABC affiliate in Jackson, MS is looking for a Reporter Anchor who can create story ideas, conduct informed interviews, develop sources, and build compelling live shots. You will be a strong, take-charge reporter who hits the ground running every day. We value strong enterprise reporting and we’re looking for someone who finds the stories that lead newscasts. In addition to credibility, poise, and personality, you are not afraid to head out into the field, ask the tough questions and break the big stories. You will be a versatile, enterprising self-starter who is fast, efficient, works well under tight deadlines, can develop sources, and has excellent live reporting skills. You will report to the News Director.

Responsibilities

• Plan, gather and assemble stories on day-of news or special project assignments.
• Deliver scripted and ad lib material with professionalism, personality, and purpose.
• Work with and guide reporters and producers in newscast production.
• Work with or without a photographer to gather and edit compelling video and captivating sound.
• Coordinate with news managers and producers to develop stories that go beyond surface details, accentuate unique enterprise angles, and have exclusive content.
• Develop a network of sources who provide tips, early access to information, and allow the reporter to break stories of significance.
• Contribute pictures, video and text updates to mobile platforms throughout the day.
• Work on different stories and projects at once and meet all deadlines under extraordinary pressure.
• Exhibit unwavering journalistic integrity and ethical standards.

Requirements

• Professional or college reporting experience.
• Experience with enterprise reporting and ability to uncover details.
• Your demo reel is indicative of your everyday work.
• Write clear, correct, compelling copy that supports images gathered.
• Operate mobile transmission devices and use the latest technology.
• Can work in all weather conditions.
• Exhibit unwavering journalistic integrity and ethical standards.
• Have a valid driver's license and a clear driving record.
• Work varied shifts, including overnights and weekends.
• Can deal with the stresses and pressures of time-sensitive newscast production.
• Related military experience will be considered.
• In-person attendance is required.

Diversity Statement

At Hearst Television, we tell stories every day. Stories about people of all cultures, backgrounds, perspectives, and identities. That's why, behind the scenes, we believe in being an organization as diverse and varied as the audience we reach, ensuring that the content we create is more compassionate and more representative of the communities we serve.

Benefits

Hearst's benefit programs are modern, flexible, and designed to focus on you. As a Hearst employee, you and your spouse or partner or dependents would have access to the following benefits:

• Medical | Dental | Vision
• 401(k) matching
• Emotional Wellness Support
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• LGBTQ+ Health Services
• Additional benefits to meet your and your family's needs.

About Us

Hearst Television (HTV) owns and/or operates 35 television and two radio stations serving 27 media markets across 39 states reaching over 22 million U.S. television households. HTV is recognized as one of the industry's premier broadcasting companies and has been honored with numerous awards for distinguished journalism, industry innovation, and community service.

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing/Editing

Industries

Broadcast Media Production and Distribution