Weekend Morning Anchor

WESH 2 CW18; Winter Park (FL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage

401(k) matching

Emotional Wellness Support

Paid Time Off

Paid Parental Leave

LGBTQ+ Health Services

Job summary

WESH 2 CW18 in Winter Park is seeking a dynamic Weekend Morning Anchor/Reporter who excels in live reporting and storytelling. Candidates should have over 2 years of anchor and reporting experience, with a strong ability to connect with viewers.

This role includes delivering engaging content on air, mentoring staff, and planning special project assignments. Benefits include health coverage, 401(k) matching, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of anchor experience.
• 2+ years of reporting experience.
• Valid driver's license and ability to drive large vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Deliver live and scripted news material with professionalism.
• Guide reporters and producers during newscasts.
• Develop a network of sources for news tips.

Skills

Anchor experience

Reporting experience

Ability to enterprise stories

Strong reporting skills

Time management skills

Job description

Weekend Morning Anchor/Reporter

WESH 2 News, the Hearst‑owned NBC affiliate in Orlando, is searching for a dynamic Weekend Morning Anchor/Reporter who brings energy to live reporting, mentors newsroom staff, and delivers compelling stories on air and in the field.

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.
• Collaborate with a photographer to gather and edit compelling video and captivating sound.
• Coordinate with news managers and producers to develop stories that go beyond surface details, accentuate unique enterprise angles, and include exclusive content.
• Develop a network of sources to provide tips, early access to information, and help break stories of significance.
• Appear on behalf of the station at public events.
• Provide pictures, video, and text updates to mobile platforms throughout the day.
• Juggle multiple stories and projects simultaneously, demonstrating exceptional time‑management skills and meeting all deadlines under extraordinary pressure.
• Maintain unwavering journalistic integrity and ethical standards.
• Summarize information into easy‑to‑understand components.

Requirements

• 2+ years of anchor experience.
• 2+ years of reporting experience.
• Demonstrated ability to enterprise and uncover stories.
• Demo reel that showcases everyday work.
• Anchor who connects with viewers and possesses strong reporting skills.
• Operate mobile transmission devices and use latest technology.
• Work in all weather conditions, varied shifts including overnights and weekends, and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Valid driver's license; able to drive large vehicles over long distances and maintain a clear driving record.
• Unwavering journalistic integrity and ethical standards.
• Handle the stresses and pressures of time‑sensitive newscast production.
• Related military experience considered.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage.
• 401(k) matching.
• Emotional Wellness Support.
• Paid Time Off.
• Paid Parental Leave.
• LGBTQ+ Health Services.
• Additional benefits to meet you and your family's needs.

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.