What are the responsibilities and job description for the Traffic / Breaking News Anchor Job at Hearst in Greenville position at Hearst?
Job DescriptionLocal News Traffic Anchor ReporterWYFF 4, the NBC affiliate in Greenville, SC, is now hiring a Traffic / Breaking News Anchor. We need a good storyteller who has excellent on-air presence and engagement skills. We want someone who can captivate our viewers on social media and a journalist who will grow this position.ResponsibilitiesPrepare morning report with dynamic graphicsNews gather for traffic reportsProvide concise live traffic reports for morning show and, as needed, evening showsResearch and report up-to-the-minute traffic conditionsCommunicate important traffic information to the show producers and show anchors promptlyMake sure that corresponding graphics, video and live shots are used accuratelyCommunicate morning traffic information to viewers through digital platforms including our station website, mobile app, and social media pagesProduce transportation related stories and present traffic information i the fieldProduce and Anchor breaking news updates through the morning newscast, at the direction of news managementRequirements Professional or college experience as a journalist and storyteller in a commercial television stationExperience using traffic systems preferredSuited to ad-lib in breaking news situationsClear speech, basic knowledge of how to use a computer and basic knowledge of social mediaFamiliar with street and highway names and directions; quick to learnMust be creative and work well with othersRelated military experience will be consideredDiversity StatementAt 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.BenefitsHearst'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 | Vision401(k) matchingEmotional Wellness SupportPaid Time OffPaid Parental LeaveLGBTQ Health ServicesAdditional benefits to meet your and your family's needsAbout UsHearst Television (HTV) owns and / or operates 35 television and two radio stations serving 27 media markets across 39 states reaching over 22 million U.S. television households. HTV is recognized as one of the industry's premier broadcasting companies and has been honored with numerous awards for distinguished journalism, industry innovation, and community service.
