Weekend Anchor Reporter: Enterprise News & Live Coverage

NBC5; South Burlington (VT); On-site; USD 37,800 - 46,200; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical | Dental | Vision

401(k) matching

Emotional Wellness Support

Paid Time Off

Paid Parental Leave

LGBTQ+ Health Services

Additional benefits

Job summary

NBC5 in the Burlington market is seeking a Weekend Anchor Reporter who can bring energy to the anchor desk and hit the field for big stories. You will enterprise exclusives, write and edit scripts, and mentor teams while delivering live coverage and viewer-friendly updates.

The ideal candidate has 1+ years of anchor/reporting experience, strong live reporting skills, and the ability to work weekends. A valid driver's license and journalistic integrity are essential.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of anchor and/or 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 the latest technology.
• Can work in all weather conditions, work 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.

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 with exclusive content.
• Develop a network of sources who provide tips and early access to information and allow breaking stories.
• 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.

Skills

Anchor experience

Reporting skills

Live reporting

Job description

NBC5 in the Burlington market is seeking a Weekend Anchor Reporter who can bring energy to the anchor desk and hit the field for big stories. You will enterprise exclusives, write and edit scripts, and mentor teams while delivering live coverage and viewer-friendly updates.

The ideal candidate has 1+ years of anchor/reporting experience, strong live reporting skills, and the ability to work weekends. A valid driver's license and journalistic integrity are essential.