News Anchor

Job Description

News Anchor - WALA

NEWS ANCHOR (EVENING) - WALA

About WALA:

WALA FOX10 News is a local media organization producing news, weather, and original content for the Gulf Coast. Located in Mobile, AL. WALA is the oldest existing television station in the state of Alabama. FOX10 takes pride in a winning culture and is committed to the community. FOX10 takes pride in its winning culture and its renowned and historic commitment to the community.

Job Summary/Description:

FOX10 News is seeking a dynamic, forward-thinking evening anchor who excels at exceptional storytelling and engaging audiences across multiple platforms. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of social media trends and a proven ability to elevate content on digital platforms. As an anchor at FOX10 News, you will be a leader in the newsroom and the community, adept at anchoring breaking news, investigating issues important to our communities, and enterprising stories with a positive, approachable demeanor.

We are looking for a journalist who is passionate about winning on every platform, every single day. A successful candidate will be determined to cultivate relationships along the Gulf Coast, develop strong sources, and own big stories through enterprise reporting.

Duties/Responsibilities will include (but not be limited to):
- Co-anchor evening newscasts Monday-Friday with enthusiasm and a positive on-air presence
- Develop lead story ideas and contribute daily to content decisions, with a focus on engaging digital audiences
- Report on special projects as assigned, with a commitment to innovative storytelling across platforms
- Own big stories by developing contacts and helping to enterprise community stories
- Conduct live interviews and anchor continuous coverage with poise and professionalism
- Mentor and help develop younger less experienced reporters, photographers, and producers.
- Demonstrate strong fact-checking skills and copy-editing ability
- Contribute compelling stories to all platforms – streaming, website, and social media, with an understanding of how to effectively reach audiences on each platform
- Represent the station in the community and for various promotional events
- Deliver unscripted breaking news coverage and special event coverage to the community at large with clarity and composure
- Write stories, teases, and other important content to contribute to the overall quality of the newscasts
- Help evaluate leads and tips to develop story ideas that resonate with audiences
- Cover news in the field, when necessary, with the ability to adapt to changing situations

Qualifications/Requirements:
- At least 5 years of experience as a news anchor
- Previous experience working in a top 60 market and in a fast-paced environment is preferred
- Ability to work quickly, meet deadlines, multi-task, and show composure, especially during high-pressure breaking news situations
- Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal
- This position requires exceptional news judgment, strong work ethic, a team-oriented approach to winning, and a deep understanding of social media and digital platforms
- Understanding of and adherence to AP Style and broadcast writing
- MVR check required

Interested applicants may go to https://gray.tv/careers#currentopenings, you may type in the job title, station call letters, or click on ''apply now'', upload your resume, cover letter, and references

(Current employees who are interested in this position can apply through the Gray-TV UltiPro self-service portal)

WALA-TV/Gray Television, Inc. is a drug-free company

Gray Television encourages all new employees to be fully vaccinated against the coronavirus virus before or by the first workday.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-gp3pj9-3-144-33-41-42 in your application.