What are the responsibilities and job description for the Morning Reporter/Fill-In Anchor position at WFMZ-TV?
About Us:
WFMZ-TV serves as the go-to source for news, weather, and community information for Eastern Pennsylvania and Western New Jersey. With a commitment to delivering impactful storytelling and breaking news, we aim to keep our diverse audience informed and engaged.
Position Overview:
WFMZ-TV is seeking a dynamic and versatile Morning Reporter/Fill-In Anchor to join our award-winning team. The ideal candidate is a motivated journalist with a passion for storytelling, live reporting, and anchoring. This role requires someone who thrives in the fast-paced world of morning news and can deliver engaging content on-air and online.
Key Responsibilities:
- Serve as a live reporter for the WFMZ morning newscast, delivering breaking news, feature stories, and enterprise reporting.
- Act as a fill-in anchor for the morning desk when needed, showcasing strong delivery, credibility, and professionalism.
- Develop and pitch original story ideas that resonate with our diverse audience.
- Conduct interviews, research topics thoroughly, and write clear, compelling scripts for broadcast and digital platforms.
- Collaborate with producers, photographers, and editors to deliver high-quality segments.
- Stay updated on local and national news trends to ensure timely and relevant coverage.
- Engage with the community and viewers through social media, appearances, and events.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Communications, or a related field.
- Minimum of 2 years of on-air reporting and/or anchoring experience, preferably in a morning or live-news environment.
- Exceptional on-air presentation and storytelling skills.
- Strong editorial judgment and the ability to handle breaking news under tight deadlines.
- Proficient in digital content creation and social media engagement.
- Ability to connect with a diverse audience and cover a wide range of topics, from hard news to human-interest stories.
- Team player with excellent communication and collaboration skills.
Why Join Us?
- Opportunity to work with a dedicated and supportive news team.
- Access to state-of-the-art facilities and resources.
- A chance to grow and develop your journalism career in a respected news market.
- Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
How to Apply:
Interested candidates should submit a resume, cover letter, and links to on-air samples (reporting and anchoring) to reporterjob@wfmz.com. Applications without video samples will not be considered. Please mention Job #L458 in all correspondence.
Deadline:
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Apply early to be considered for this exciting opportunity.
WFMZ-TV is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Join WFMZ and be part of a team that keeps our community informed and connected every morning!
