Weekend Anchor/Reporter

Sinclair Broadcast Group; Hoover (AL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Sinclair Broadcast Group in Hoover, AL is seeking a Weekend News Anchor / Reporter to deliver compelling weekend newscasts on ABC 33/40 News (WBMA) and produce daily content for web and social media.

The ideal candidate has on-air experience, strong storytelling, writing skills, and the ability to work as part of a team, with live-shot capabilities and a proactive approach to developing fresh story ideas.

Qualifications

• Must generate own story ideas on a daily basis.
• Demonstrate enterprise reporting and creativity in storytelling.
• Exemplary written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Anchor weekend newscasts on Saturday and Sunday.
• Report three days during the week and produce daily content for web and social platforms.
• Dig for stories, research, write with an edge, and tell impactful stories on TV.

Skills

Story ideas

Enterprise reporting

Communication skills

Social media presence

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.