Weekend Anchor/Reporter

Sinclair Broadcast Group; Birmingham, Northern (AL, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

ABC 33/40 News (WBMA) in Birmingham, AL seeks a Weekend News Anchor/Reporter to anchor weekend newscasts and report during the week. You will create content for web and social platforms, digging for stories and delivering compelling storytelling with strong writing and TV production.

The ideal candidate has 2–3 years on-air experience, live shot capability, and proven teamwork, with a robust online presence to build your brand.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of on-air experience.
• Live shot experience required.
• Previous team experience required.

Responsibilities

• Anchor weekend newscasts on Saturday and Sunday.
• Report three days during the week.
• Produce daily content for multiple platforms including the internet and social networks.

Skills

Self-starter

Enterprise reporting

Strong writing

Social media presence

Team player

Live shot experience

Job description

ABC 33/40 News (WBMA) has an exciting opportunity for a full-time Weekend 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. You will anchor the our weekend evening newscasts on Saturday and Sunday and report three days during the week. 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 and who can generate his or her own story ideas on a daily basis
• Ability to demonstrate enterprise reporting and creativity in storytelling
• Exemplary communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to maintain an active social media presence to build your brand and solicit original story ideas

Requirements and Qualifications:

• Must have at least 2-3 years of on-air experience
• Live shot experience is required
• Previous experience working in a team environment is a must

While applying online, please include a link to your online demo reel.

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.