Weekend Morning Anchor & Multiskilled Journalist

TEGNA, Inc.; Fayetteville (AR); Presencial; USD 45.000 - 75.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

TEGNA Inc. is seeking an engaging Anchor / Multi-Skilled Journalist to lead weekend morning newscasts in Fayetteville–Fort Smith, Arkansas, and to report stories for broadcast and digital platforms across Northwest Arkansas and the River Valley.

The role requires strong news judgment, clear on-air delivery and the ability to shoot, write and edit original stories while collaborating with the newsroom team. This is a visible, community-focused position in a 24/7 newsroom.

Formación

• 1-3 years news anchor/reporting experience preferred.
• Journalism, communications or related degree preferred.
• Excellent writing, interviewing and presentation skills, with the ability to explain complex issues in clear, conversational language.
• Sound editorial judgment and a demonstrated commitment to accuracy, fairness, ethics and accountability.
• Ability to shoot and edit video and produce content for broadcast and digital platforms.
• Experience with newsroom systems, editing tools and graphics.
• Ability to report, publish and engage with the community on social media daily.
• Ability to work any shift in a 24/7 newsroom environment.
• Knowledge of Northwest Arkansas and the River Valley is a plus.

Responsabilidades

• Anchor 5NEWS This Morning on Saturday and Sunday with accuracy, warmth, authority and energy.
• Partner with producers, editors, photographers and newsroom leaders to plan and deliver clear, compelling newscasts; contribute ideas, editorial judgment and strong writing.
• Prepare for each broadcast by reviewing scripts, confirming facts and pronunciations, tracking developing stories and making timely updates as news changes.
• Report, write, shoot, produce and edit original stories and live reports for television, streaming, mobile and social platforms.
• Develop enterprise and community-focused stories through social listening, public records, independent research and trusted local sources.
• Build and maintain relationships with people and organizations throughout Northwest Arkansas and the River Valley, reflecting the range of communities in our viewing area.
• Use social media and digital tools to discover story ideas, engage with the audience and distribute accurate, useful journalism.
• Create or contribute to digital content, including web stories, video, live updates, images and social posts, in coordination with the newsroom.
• Deliver clear, authoritative live coverage during breaking news and severe weather, adapting quickly while following newsroom standards and direction.
• Represent 5NEWS professionally at community events
• Serve as a fill-in anchor and fulfill other duties as assigned

Conocimientos

Anchoring

News reporting

Writing

Editorial judgment

Video shooting

Video editing

Social media

Newsroom systems

Public speaking

Local knowledge NW Arkansas

Educación

Journalism degree

Communications degree

Herramientas

Camera operation

Descripción del empleo

TEGNA Inc. is seeking an engaging Anchor / Multi-Skilled Journalist to lead weekend morning newscasts in Fayetteville–Fort Smith, Arkansas, and to report stories for broadcast and digital platforms across Northwest Arkansas and the River Valley.

The role requires strong news judgment, clear on-air delivery and the ability to shoot, write and edit original stories while collaborating with the newsroom team. This is a visible, community-focused position in a 24/7 newsroom.