Morning News Anchor / Reporter

Job Description

The Morning News Anchor Reporter serves as a presenter of news stories and other content for all platforms in a manner that is clear, engaging and meaningful to news consumers.
• Presents news stories, interviews, and other content in a credible, meaningful, and relatable way.
• Ensures that all news content meets company standards for journalistic integrity and production quality.
• Writes and delivers content, including teases and promos, in a clear and concise manner.
• Acts as a field anchor/reporter as assigned.
• Conducts live interviews during newscasts.
• Responds to breaking news and other urgent newsrooms situations as required.
• Participates in promotional activities including public appearances. Represents station at community and non-profit events.
• Performs special projects and other duties as assigned.
• Writes content for FOX40.com.
• Strong social media presence and proficiency, so as to interact and engage with viewers/users on social media channels.

Requirements & Skills:
• Bachelor's Degree in Broadcast Journalism, a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience.
• Fluency in English. Bilingual a plus.
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written, with the ability to ad lib when required.
• Preferred five years' experience in news reporting and/or anchoring.
• Superior on-air presence.
• Excellent news judgment with an expansive knowledge of local and national current events, history, newsmakers, and issues.
• Appreciation for and embracement of the incredibly diverse market we serve.
• Team player, able to work well with people who have a range of skill sets and personalities
• Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to effectively listen to fully understand problems and communicate with a team to shape a solution.
• Valid driver's license with a good driving record.
• Flexibility to work other shifts as needed.

Compensation - $85,000+ commensurate with experience and skill level

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-gx0jeq-3-142-40-183-42 in your application.