Weekend Anchor/Reporter

WMTW; Westbrook (ME); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401(k) matching

Paid Time Off

Paid Parental Leave

Emotional Wellness Support

LGBTQ+ Health Services

Job summary

A leading broadcasting company in Westbrook, Maine is looking for a Weekend Anchor/Reporter. The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of experience in anchoring and reporting, excel in live reporting, and possess exceptional communication skills. Responsibilities include delivering news, planning stories, and maintaining a strong connection with viewers. Candidates should be able to operate mobile transmission devices and have a valid driver's license. This position offers a range of benefits including medical and dental coverage, 401(k) matching, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of anchor experience required.
• 2+ years of reporting experience required.
• Ability to operate mobile transmission devices.

Responsibilities

• Deliver scripted and ad-lib material with professionalism.
• Plan, gather, and assemble stories on day-of news.
• Coordinate with news managers to develop unique stories.

Skills

Anchor experience

Reporting experience

Viewer connection

Excellent live reporting skills

Ability to work under pressure

Tools

Mobile transmission devices

Latest technology

Job description

Local News Anchor Reporter

WMTW, the ABC affiliate in Westbrook, Maine is looking for a Weekend Anchor/Reporter. The Anchor/Reporter is someone who can bring the energy of live reporting to our anchor desk. In addition to credibility, poise, and personality; you are an anchor who isn't afraid to head out into the field and break the big stories. You will enterprise exclusives, tell compelling stories, and complete live shots. You are someone who isn't afraid to ask the tough questions, will hold those in power accountable and help mentor producers and reporters. You will write and edit scripts with viewer interaction in mind. You are versatile, enterprising, and can work fast and efficient, and works well under tight deadlines, can develop sources, and has excellent live reporting skills. You will report to ((manager title)).

Responsibilities

• Deliver scripted and ad‑lib material with professionalism, personality, and purpose.
• Work with and guide reporters and producers in newscast production.
• Plan, gather and assemble stories on day‑of news or special project assignments.
• 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.
• Appear on behalf of the station at public events.
• Contribute pictures, video and text updates to mobile platforms throughout the day.
• Work on different stories and projects at once and meet all deadlines.
• Summarize information into easy‑to‑understand components.

Requirements

• 2+ years of anchor experience required.
• 2+ years of reporting experience required.
• Your demo reel is indicative of your everyday work.
• Anchor that connects with viewers, in addition to reporting skills.
• Operate mobile transmission devices and use latest technology.
• Can work in all weather conditions, varied shifts, including overnights and weekends and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Have a valid driver's license and a clear driving record.
• Have and exhibit unwavering journalistic integrity and ethical standards.
• Can deal with the stresses and pressures of time‑sensitive newscast production.
• Related military experience will be considered.

Values in Action

At Hearst Television we tell stories every day. Stories about people of all backgrounds, perspectives, and identities. That’s why, behind the scenes, we believe in being an organization that fosters collaboration and open communication, ensuring that the content we create is authentic, accurate, and connected to the communities we serve.

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.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. we do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, creed, national, origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.