Traffic & News Anchor

fox com; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team at a leading broadcasting firm where your voice matters! As a news anchor/reporter, you'll engage viewers with compelling storytelling while navigating the fast-paced world of live news. This role demands creativity, quick thinking, and a passion for journalism. You'll be responsible for delivering news with clarity and professionalism, conducting interviews, and actively participating in news planning. If you're ready to make an impact and foster community goodwill through journalism, this opportunity is perfect for you. Embrace the chance to thrive in a diverse and inclusive environment that values your unique contributions and perspectives.

Qualifications

• 3+ years' experience as a reporter or anchor in medium/large markets.
• Strong writing, editing, and presentation skills required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver news clearly using multiple cameras and broadcast equipment.
• Research and write concise stories under deadline pressure.

Skills

Broadcast Journalism

News Writing

Public Speaking

Social Media Engagement

Research Skills

Interviewing

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Journalism or related field

Tools

Teleprompters

Broadcast Equipment

Job description

OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANY

Fox Television Stations owns and operates 29 full power broadcast television stations in the U.S. These include stations located in 14 of the top 15 largest designated market areas, or DMAs, and duopolies in 11 DMAs, including the three largest DMAs (New York, Los Angeles, and Chicago). Of these stations, 18 are affiliated with the FOX Network. In addition to distributing sports, entertainment, and syndicated content, our television stations collectively produce approximately 1,200 hours of local news every week. These stations leverage viewer, distributor, and advertiser demand for the FOX Network’s national content.

JOB DESCRIPTION

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Clearly annunciate and deliver news copy using multiple cameras, Teleprompters, IFB’s, monitors, and other broadcast equipment as necessary. Use proper pacing, phrasing, grammar, pronunciation, and appropriate emotional range.
• Provide clear, logical, meaningful, and appropriate presentation of information and ideas in an unscripted and sometimes distracting environment, such as breaking news or ad-lib situations; handle changes in the newscast smoothly.
• Assume a leadership role in the newsroom by writing and editing copy and providing input on story selection; have active and informed participation in news planning and development.
• Process, prioritize, and retain information throughout the newscast, whether from scripts, tapes, interviews, computer messaging, or live reports.
• Research and gather facts/information and write clear concise stories using established style guidelines under deadline pressure as needed.
• Conduct interviews with reporters, analysts, and guests on a wide-ranging array of topics.
• Be active on social media; engage viewers; promote stories in newscasts and on websites.
• Be in place and ready to perform live 10 minutes prior to your on-air appearance.
• Work effectively with news management and newsroom personnel to develop content and production of newscasts.
• Work independently and with minimal oversight to develop and/or evaluate news leads/tips to develop story ideas.
• Enterprise stories; cultivate sources for news stories; consistently bring ideas to daily news meetings.
• Demonstrate knowledge of current local, national, and international events and issues.
• Adhere to all professional broadcast journalism and online journalism standards in regard to legal and ethical issues.
• Act as an ambassador for the station to foster public goodwill.
• Display and maintain a professional appearance, based on newsroom standards, and professional demeanor.

REQUIREMENTS: A minimum of 3+ years' experience working as a reporter and/or anchor in a medium or large market preferred.

EDUCATION:

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable law.

At FOX, we foster a culture and environment where everyone feels welcome and can thrive. We are deeply committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, including attracting, retaining, and promoting diverse talent across our company. We live in a diverse world, with different ideas and different perspectives that come together to spark new ideas and make great things happen. That means reflecting the diversity of the world around us is critical to our company’s success. We ensure that our viewers, communities, and employees feel heard, represented, and celebrated both on screen and off.