Weekend Morning Anchor

NAB Leadership Foundation; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a dynamic Weekend Morning Anchor/Reporter to bring energy and credibility to live reporting. This exciting role involves enterprise storytelling, collaborating with producers, and leading newscasts. The ideal candidate will excel under pressure, develop sources, and maintain journalistic integrity while delivering compelling content. Join a forward-thinking team dedicated to diverse storytelling and community representation, where your contributions will make a significant impact in the broadcasting landscape.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Matching

Emotional Wellness Support

Paid Time Off

Paid Parental Leave

LGBTQ+ Health Services

Qualifications

• Past anchor experience required with strong reporting skills.
• Ability to operate mobile transmission devices and use the latest technology.

Responsibilities

• Delivers scripted and ad lib material with professionalism and personality.
• Works with reporters and producers in newscast production.
• Develops a network of sources to break significant stories.

Skills

Live Reporting Skills

Story Development

Time Management

Communication Skills

Source Development

Tools

Mobile Transmission Devices

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

WLWT, the Hearst owned NBC affiliate located in Cincinnati, OH., is searching for an experienced Weekend Morning Anchor/Reporter. The Anchor/Reporter is someone who can bring the energy of live reporting to our anchor desk each day. In addition to credibility, poise, and personality, we're looking for an anchor who will head out into the field and break big stories. Our next anchor/reporter will enterprise exclusives, tell compelling stories, and execute energetic live shots. Our anchors are newsroom leaders who work hand in hand with producers and reporters to build excellent newscasts. Our anchors write and edit scripts with conversational communication in mind. We are looking for a versatile, enterprising self-starter who is fast, efficient, works well under tight deadlines, can develop sources, and has excellent live reporting skills. This role reports to the News Director.

Responsibilities

• Delivers scripted and ad lib material with professionalism, personality, and purpose
• Works with and guides reporters and producers in newscast production
• Regularly plans, gathers, and assembles stories on day-of news or special project assignments
• Works with or without a photographer to gather and edit compelling video and captivating sound
• Coordinates with news managers and producers to develop stories that go beyond surface details, that accentuate unique enterprise angles, and have exclusive content
• Develops a network of sources who provide tips, early access to information, and allow the reporter to break stories of significance
• Contributes pictures, video, and text updates to mobile platforms consistently throughout the day
• Can juggle multiple stories and projects at once, demonstrating exceptional time-management skills by meeting all deadlines under pressure
• Summarizes information into easy-to-understand components
• Maintains unwavering journalistic integrity and ethical standards
• Appears on behalf of the station at public events

Requirements

• Past anchor experience required, with ability to connect with viewers and strong reporting skills
• Ability to operate mobile transmission devices and use the latest technology
• Ability to work in all weather conditions and carry up to 50 pounds
• Valid driver's license and a clear driving record
• Ability to work varied shifts, including overnights and weekends
• Ability to handle the stresses and pressures of time-sensitive newscast production
• Demonstrated ability to enterprise and uncover stories
• Provide a demo reel indicative of your everyday work
• In-person attendance required

Diversity Statement

At Hearst Television, we tell stories about people of all cultures, backgrounds, perspectives, and identities. We believe in being an organization as diverse and varied as our audience, ensuring our content is compassionate and representative of the communities we serve.

Benefits

Hearst's benefit programs are modern, flexible, and designed to focus on you. As a Hearst employee, you and your dependents would have access to:

• Medical | Dental | Vision
• 401(k) matching
• Emotional Wellness Support
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• LGBTQ+ Health Services

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 a premier broadcasting company, honored with numerous awards for journalism, innovation, and community service.