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Weekend AM Anchor

Weekend AM Anchor

CompanyHearst
LocationBirmingham, AL, USA
Salary$Not Provided – $Not Provided
TypeFull-Time
Degrees
Experience LevelMid Level, Senior

Requirements

  • Ability to connect with viewers, in addition to strong reporting skills
  • Ability to operate mobile transmission devices and use the latest technology
  • Can work in all weather conditions and carry up to 50 pounds
  • Have a valid driver’s license, can drive large vehicles over long distances, and a clear driving record
  • Ability to work varied shifts, including overnights and weekends
  • Can deal with the stresses and pressures of time-sensitive newscast production
  • Past anchor experience (2-5 years) required
  • Past reporting experience (2-5 years) required
  • Demonstrated ability to enterprise and uncover stories
  • Your demo reel should be indicative of your everyday work

Responsibilities

  • Delivers scripted and ad lib material with professionalism, personality, and purpose
  • Works with and guides reporters and producers in newscast production
  • Contributes on all platforms
  • Regularly plan, gather and assemble stories on day-of news or special project assignments
  • Coordinates with news managers and producers to develop stories that go beyond surface details, that accentuate unique enterprise angles, and have exclusive content
  • Develops a network of sources who provide tips, early access to information, and allow the reporter to break stories of significance
  • Will contribute pictures, video and text updates to mobile platforms consistently throughout the day
  • Can juggle multiple stories and projects at once, demonstrates exceptional time-management skills by meeting all deadlines under extraordinary pressure
  • An ability to summarize information into easy-to-understand components
  • Unwavering journalistic integrity and ethical standards
  • Appears on behalf of the station at public events
  • In-person attendance is required

Preferred Qualifications

  • Related experience, education and/or training considered
  • Hearst Television is a proud supporter of military veterans. Related military training and experience will be considered.