Anchor Reporter

Local News Anchor Reporter

WESH 2/CW18, the Hearst-owned NBC affiliate in the Orlando market, is looking for a dynamic, authentic Morning Anchor/Reporter who brings energy, urgency and a professional yet conversational style to our newscasts. In addition to solid news judgment and strong reporting skills, we are looking for a true team player - someone who brings positive energy to the newsroom and the news-gathering process. The right person for this position wants to head out into the field and break big stories, enterprise compelling content and generate story ideas from local contacts. We are looking for a journalist who can deliver breaking news with urgency, credibility and context; can connect on air, on digital and on social with our viewers/users, as well as ad-lib comfortably in appropriate situations. We are looking for a newsroom leader who will work well with the team to produce and execute winning newscasts. Our anchors write/edit/deliver scripts with conversational communication in mind. We are looking for a versatile, enterprising self-starter who is fast, efficient, works well under tight deadlines, commands the anchor desk, but also has excellent live reporting skills. You will report to the News Director.

Responsibilities

• Deliver scripted and ad-lib material with professionalism, personality, and purpose
• Work with and guide reporters and producers in newscast production
• Regularly plans, gathers and assembles stories on day-of news or special project assignments
• Works with a photographer to gather and edit compelling video and captivating sound
• Coordinate with news managers and producers to develop stories that go beyond surface details, that accentuate unique enterprise angles, and have exclusive content
• Develop a network of sources who provide tips, early access to information, and allow the reporter to break stories of significance
• Appear on behalf of the station at public events.
• Will contribute pictures, video and text updates to mobile platforms 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
• In-person attendance is required

Requirements

• 2 years of anchor experience required
• 2 years of reporting experience required
• Demonstrated ability to enterprise and uncover
• Your demo reel is indicative of your everyday work
• Proven Anchor that connects with viewers, in addition to reporting skills
• Operate mobile transmission devices and use latest technology.
• Can work in all weather conditions and carry up to 50 pounds
• Have a valid driver's license and a clear driving record
• Have and exhibit unwavering journalistic integrity and ethical standards
• Can deal with the stresses and pressures of time-sensitive newscast production
• Ability to work varied shifts
• Related military experience will be considered

Diversity Statement

At Hearst Television we tell stories every day. Stories about people of all cultures, backgrounds, perspectives, and identities. That's why, behind the scenes, we believe in being an organization as diverse and varied as the audience we reach, ensuring that the content we create is more compassionate, and more representative of the communities we serve.

Benefits

Hearst's benefit programs are modern, flexible and designed to focus on you. As a Hearst employee, you and your spouse or partner or dependents would have access to the following benefits.

• Medical | Dental | Vision
• 401(k) matching
• Emotional Wellness Support
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• LGBTQ Health Services
• Additional benefits to meet your and your family's needs