Evening Producer/Anchor

Job Summary:

WTAP is looking for a News Producer/Anchor for our Monday-Friday 5:00 pm and 10:00 pm newscasts.
The candidate will produce and then anchor 5:00 PM newscast on WTAP (NBC) and then our 10:00 PM newscast on WOVA (Fox) Monday - Friday. We are looking for a team player and a newsroom leader. This candidate must be comfortable and connected with all broadcast journalism platforms including television, social and digital media. Must be a team leader with a great attitude, strong ethics and integrity. Strong writer, knowledgeable about current events, who can think critically.

Interested candidates should send the link to reel and resume to phillip.hickman@wtap.com and apply online at https://www.gray.tv/applynow.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

• Producer and anchor weekday newscasts.
• Generating unique, compelling and innovative story/show ideas and content.
• Excellent, creative presentation and writing skills a must.
• Excellent use of social media for news gathering and community engagement.
• Performs other duties as assigned by Management
• Make community appearances on behalf of the station

Requirements:

• Journalism or Mass Communication degree preferred.
• Strong 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 with good on-air presentation skills.
• Strong social media presence
• Superior writing and copy editing skills
• Shooting and editing skills.
• Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Schedule flexibility
• A valid driver`s license and a good driving record