Anchor /Reporter, NBC10

Job Description

Job Description
• Gather information on newsworthy events and write, produce, and present fair, accurate, and unbiased news stories as assigned. Responsible for delivering on-air news, both in-studio and through frequent field shoots.
• Create, report, and help produce news specials and packages based on breaking news or pre-planned stories promoted in advance.
• Find and execute enterprise news investigations, maintaining a strong and diverse list of story ideas year-round. This includes both in-depth, long-term investigations and quicker-turnaround stories, with a focus on document acquisition and paper trails.
• Engage with the community by making a reasonable number of public appearances connected to the station's audience.
• Develop and maintain a network of news sources to gain access to exclusive local news stories.
• Stay informed on significant local and national news events.
• Collaborate effectively with team members under tight daily deadlines.
• Maintain an active social media presence by posting content that aligns with the station's goals and mission.
Qualifications
• 5 years of news experience preferred, including two years of anchoring
• BS/BA in Journalism/Communications or equivalent background
• Flexibility with respect to scheduling and/or assigned work shifts
• This position is an AFTRA Represented job. Successful candidates will be required to join the AFTRA Union upon employment if not already a member

Desired Characteristics :
• Candidate should have the ability to read and understand a variety of materials ranging from daily newspapers to technical reports and legal papers.
• Candidate should have the ability to investigate information to establish facts and determine truth.
• Individual should have a basic understanding of desktop computers and the ability to learn Dalet/Windows system as well as new systems as they are implemented.
• Should have a developed ability to use the Internet to seek information.
• Should be well presented on-camera and be able to deliver copy ready from a Teleprompter.
• Ability to communicate both verbally and in writing with those people in the news department and other departments throughout the station.
• The ability to interact professionally and effectively with all internal NBC employees and external organizations is an essential function of this job.
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced and stressful environment and act as a team player.
• Demonstrated ability to make decisions while meeting deadlines and handling multiple projects.
• Demonstrated ability of good news judgment
• Ability to interact with all levels of station and corporate management.
Additional Requirements:
• Willingness to travel and work overtime, and on weekends with short notice (if applicable)
• Must be 18 years or greater
• Must be willing to submit to a background investigation
• Must be able to provide a reel/portfolio of work examples -- if available, include a web address when you submit your resume (if applicable).
• Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States
• Required on site: This position is required to be performed full-time from an NBCUniversal-designated worksite.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-02v7p1-3-147-103-159-42 in your application.