News Anchor job description
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News anchor requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in news anchor job postings.
Sample news anchor requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Communications or related field.
- Previous experience as a news anchor.
- Excellent command of English language, both verbal and written.
- Proficiency with broadcasting software.
- Knowledge of newsroom systems and processes.
Sample required news anchor soft skills
- Strong presentation and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to think quickly and remain composed.
- Excellent research and storytelling skills.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
News Anchor job description example 1
iHeartMedia news anchor job description
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Total Traffic + Weather Network
Job Summary:
This position is for a part-time news anchor/reporter, providing critical content to Cincinnati along with surrounding cities and Regional responsibilities. The employee will provide national as well as local and Regional coverage, anchoring overnight hours in Cincinnati with additional daytime hours during the week as well.
Responsibilities:
* Gathers, writes, edits and anchors multiple market newscasts.
* Monitors sources for breaking news, e.g., wires, websites, social media.
* Provides newscasts/reports and write copy.
Qualifications:
* Self-motivated to find stories as a reporter and also anchor newscasts for multiple markets
* Strong on-air presence and ability to present newscasts with authority
* Excellent writing and editing ability; excellent grammar
* Strong time management skills; adept at setting priorities and managing deadlines
* Knowledgeable and up-to-date with local, regional, and national trends
* Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment
* Proficient in media production (primarily audio) and broadcast systems
* Strong social media skills including email, writing/posting for Facebook, Twitter and Instagram
Work Experience:
* At least 1-3 years experience, either professionally or in college
Education:
* College degree preferred, but not required
Please note this position is to primarily anchor newscasts overnight (10p - 6a) in Cincinnati and also writing and recording newscasts for a number of other markets to air during morning drive.
Location
Cincinnati, OH: 8044 Montgomery Road, Suite 650, 45236
Additional Locations
Position Type
Regular
The Company is an equal opportunity employer and will not tolerate discrimination in employment on the basis of race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, disability, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected classification or status.
Our organization participates in E-Verify. Click here to learn about E-Verify.
Current employees and contingent workers click here to apply and search by the Job Posting Title.
Total Traffic + Weather Network
Job Summary:
This position is for a part-time news anchor/reporter, providing critical content to Cincinnati along with surrounding cities and Regional responsibilities. The employee will provide national as well as local and Regional coverage, anchoring overnight hours in Cincinnati with additional daytime hours during the week as well.
Responsibilities:
* Gathers, writes, edits and anchors multiple market newscasts.
* Monitors sources for breaking news, e.g., wires, websites, social media.
* Provides newscasts/reports and write copy.
Qualifications:
* Self-motivated to find stories as a reporter and also anchor newscasts for multiple markets
* Strong on-air presence and ability to present newscasts with authority
* Excellent writing and editing ability; excellent grammar
* Strong time management skills; adept at setting priorities and managing deadlines
* Knowledgeable and up-to-date with local, regional, and national trends
* Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment
* Proficient in media production (primarily audio) and broadcast systems
* Strong social media skills including email, writing/posting for Facebook, Twitter and Instagram
Work Experience:
* At least 1-3 years experience, either professionally or in college
Education:
* College degree preferred, but not required
Please note this position is to primarily anchor newscasts overnight (10p - 6a) in Cincinnati and also writing and recording newscasts for a number of other markets to air during morning drive.
Location
Cincinnati, OH: 8044 Montgomery Road, Suite 650, 45236
Additional Locations
Position Type
Regular
The Company is an equal opportunity employer and will not tolerate discrimination in employment on the basis of race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, disability, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected classification or status.
Our organization participates in E-Verify. Click here to learn about E-Verify.
Current employees and contingent workers click here to apply and search by the Job Posting Title.
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News Anchor job description example 2
Nexstar Media Group news anchor job description
Apply to join the KHON Team!
The News Anchor/Reporter serves as the primary presenter of news stories and other content for all platforms in a manner that is clear, engaging and meaningful to news consumers.
+ Presents news stories and other content for all platforms.
+ Ensures that all news content meets company standards for journalistic integrity and production quality.
+ Writes and delivers news stories in a clear and concise manner.
+ Produces newscasts and communicates clear direction with team members.
+ Assists in writing, copy editing, researching and coordinating news programming and other content.
+ Acts as a field reporter as assigned.
+ Conducts interviews with news personnel and others.
+ Responds to breaking news and other urgent newsrooms situations as required.
+ Participates in promotional activities including public appearances.
+ Performs special projects and other duties as assigned.
+ Edits video clips as assigned.
+ Writes content for the website and other eMedia platforms.
+ Interacts with viewers/users on social media sites.
Requirements & Skills :
+ Bachelor's degree in Broadcast Journalism, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience.
+ Fluency in English.
+ Excellent communication skills, both oral and written with the ability to ad lib when required.
+ Minimum five years' experience in news reporting or anchoring. (More or less depending on market size.)
+ Superior on-air presence.
+ Excellent news judgment with an expansive knowledge of local and national current events, history, newsmakers and issues.
+ Experience guiding, directing and motivating others.
+ Ability to identify the developmental needs of others and to coach, mentor or otherwise help others to improve their knowledge or skills.
+ Proficiency with computers, telephones, copiers, scanners, fax machines and other office equipment.
+ Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
+ Ability to effectively listen to fully understand problems and communicate with a team to shape a solution.
+ Valid driver's license with a good driving record.
+ Flexibility to work any shift.
The News Anchor/Reporter serves as the primary presenter of news stories and other content for all platforms in a manner that is clear, engaging and meaningful to news consumers.
+ Presents news stories and other content for all platforms.
+ Ensures that all news content meets company standards for journalistic integrity and production quality.
+ Writes and delivers news stories in a clear and concise manner.
+ Produces newscasts and communicates clear direction with team members.
+ Assists in writing, copy editing, researching and coordinating news programming and other content.
+ Acts as a field reporter as assigned.
+ Conducts interviews with news personnel and others.
+ Responds to breaking news and other urgent newsrooms situations as required.
+ Participates in promotional activities including public appearances.
+ Performs special projects and other duties as assigned.
+ Edits video clips as assigned.
+ Writes content for the website and other eMedia platforms.
+ Interacts with viewers/users on social media sites.
Requirements & Skills :
+ Bachelor's degree in Broadcast Journalism, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience.
+ Fluency in English.
+ Excellent communication skills, both oral and written with the ability to ad lib when required.
+ Minimum five years' experience in news reporting or anchoring. (More or less depending on market size.)
+ Superior on-air presence.
+ Excellent news judgment with an expansive knowledge of local and national current events, history, newsmakers and issues.
+ Experience guiding, directing and motivating others.
+ Ability to identify the developmental needs of others and to coach, mentor or otherwise help others to improve their knowledge or skills.
+ Proficiency with computers, telephones, copiers, scanners, fax machines and other office equipment.
+ Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
+ Ability to effectively listen to fully understand problems and communicate with a team to shape a solution.
+ Valid driver's license with a good driving record.
+ Flexibility to work any shift.
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News Anchor job description example 3
TEGNA news anchor job description
KSDK 5 On Your Side, the NBC affiliate in St. Louis (Market 23) is looking for an experienced, dynamic, enterprising anchor/multi-skilled journalist to anchor our weekend evening newscasts and also serve as a reporter three days a week.
The successful candidate is a team player and newsroom leader with excellent interviewing skills and proven ability to skillfully ad lib in any live situation. This candidate must be a strong, enterprising reporter with the ability to create shareable, compelling stories, and must be connected to the community, fully understand the market and connect with the audience on all platforms.
Broadcast skills are important and so is the ability to write and report for the web - quickly and clearly. Along with a resume and audition reel, you will be asked to send links to recent digital work.
We believe our newsroom culture sets 5 On Your Side apart because of our news managers' strong commitment to our employees' professional growth, training, regular feedback, and mentoring. If you're a great teammate who seeks a collaborative newsroom culture, we want to hear from you.
Responsibilities:
* Co-anchor weekend evening newscasts and report on important local stories affecting the community
• Generate unique, compelling and innovative story/show ideas and content.
• Skilled at calmly handling live, breaking news situations and changing events.
• Ability to communicate stories in conversational manner with an ensemble team.
• Deliver stories that offer unique and interesting perspective.
• Excellent, creative presentation and writing skills a must.
• Write and post daily on all digital platforms.
• Strong social media skills, including an active presence on Twitter and Facebook
• Excellent use of social media for news gathering/disseminating and community engagement.
• Cultivate sources and enterprise lead worthy reports.
• Develop story ideas, write, shoot and edit news stories for on-air broadcasting.
• Community and/or talent appearances.
• Perform other tasks as required
Job Requirements:
Requirements:
* Journalism or Mass Communication degree preferred with five years' experience as an anchor/reporter.
• Proven strength in on-camera delivery with the ability to ad-lib.
• Excellent writing, packaging, and live skills.
• Must be able to report in a broad range of styles, from field anchoring to studio touchscreen
• Demonstrated ability to work under pressure.
• Knowledge of ENPS and Edius, a plus.
• Knowledge of PowerPoint, a plus.
• Strong social media presence.
• Familiarity with St. Louis or a reason to relocate here will set your application apart
About TEGNA
TEGNA Inc. (NYSE: TGNA) is an innovative media company that serves the greater good of our communities. Across platforms, TEGNA tells empowering stories, conducts impactful investigations and delivers innovative marketing solutions. With 63 television stations in 51 U.S. markets, TEGNA is the largest owner of top 4 network affiliates in the top 25 markets among independent station groups, reaching approximately 39 percent of all television households nationwide. TEGNA also owns leading multicast networks True Crime Network and Quest. TEGNA Marketing Solutions (TMS) offers innovative solutions to help businesses reach consumers across television, digital and over-the-top (OTT) platforms, including Premion, TEGNA's OTT advertising service. For more information, visit
URL blocked - click to apply
.
TEGNA requires all employees to be fully vaccinated (as defined by the CDC) against the coronavirus.
EEO statement:
TEGNA Inc. is a proud equal opportunity employer. We are a drug free, EEO employer committed to a diverse workforce. We encourage and consider all qualified candidates regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity, family responsibilities, disability, enrollment in college or vocational school, political affiliation, veteran status or genetic information. TEGNA complies with all applicable laws related to accommodations.
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The successful candidate is a team player and newsroom leader with excellent interviewing skills and proven ability to skillfully ad lib in any live situation. This candidate must be a strong, enterprising reporter with the ability to create shareable, compelling stories, and must be connected to the community, fully understand the market and connect with the audience on all platforms.
Broadcast skills are important and so is the ability to write and report for the web - quickly and clearly. Along with a resume and audition reel, you will be asked to send links to recent digital work.
We believe our newsroom culture sets 5 On Your Side apart because of our news managers' strong commitment to our employees' professional growth, training, regular feedback, and mentoring. If you're a great teammate who seeks a collaborative newsroom culture, we want to hear from you.
Responsibilities:
* Co-anchor weekend evening newscasts and report on important local stories affecting the community
• Generate unique, compelling and innovative story/show ideas and content.
• Skilled at calmly handling live, breaking news situations and changing events.
• Ability to communicate stories in conversational manner with an ensemble team.
• Deliver stories that offer unique and interesting perspective.
• Excellent, creative presentation and writing skills a must.
• Write and post daily on all digital platforms.
• Strong social media skills, including an active presence on Twitter and Facebook
• Excellent use of social media for news gathering/disseminating and community engagement.
• Cultivate sources and enterprise lead worthy reports.
• Develop story ideas, write, shoot and edit news stories for on-air broadcasting.
• Community and/or talent appearances.
• Perform other tasks as required
Job Requirements:
Requirements:
* Journalism or Mass Communication degree preferred with five years' experience as an anchor/reporter.
• Proven strength in on-camera delivery with the ability to ad-lib.
• Excellent writing, packaging, and live skills.
• Must be able to report in a broad range of styles, from field anchoring to studio touchscreen
• Demonstrated ability to work under pressure.
• Knowledge of ENPS and Edius, a plus.
• Knowledge of PowerPoint, a plus.
• Strong social media presence.
• Familiarity with St. Louis or a reason to relocate here will set your application apart
About TEGNA
TEGNA Inc. (NYSE: TGNA) is an innovative media company that serves the greater good of our communities. Across platforms, TEGNA tells empowering stories, conducts impactful investigations and delivers innovative marketing solutions. With 63 television stations in 51 U.S. markets, TEGNA is the largest owner of top 4 network affiliates in the top 25 markets among independent station groups, reaching approximately 39 percent of all television households nationwide. TEGNA also owns leading multicast networks True Crime Network and Quest. TEGNA Marketing Solutions (TMS) offers innovative solutions to help businesses reach consumers across television, digital and over-the-top (OTT) platforms, including Premion, TEGNA's OTT advertising service. For more information, visit
URL blocked - click to apply
.
TEGNA requires all employees to be fully vaccinated (as defined by the CDC) against the coronavirus.
EEO statement:
TEGNA Inc. is a proud equal opportunity employer. We are a drug free, EEO employer committed to a diverse workforce. We encourage and consider all qualified candidates regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity, family responsibilities, disability, enrollment in college or vocational school, political affiliation, veteran status or genetic information. TEGNA complies with all applicable laws related to accommodations.
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Updated March 14, 2024
Updated March 14, 2024