The posting
- Anchor the morning newscast from 5:00-7:00am, with various live and recorded updates to follow.
- Help make decisions about stories to be included in newscasts and in what order they should air.
- Revise scripts and prepare to deliver them on-air.
- Interview guests live in studio with engaging commentary.
- Schedule & organize off-site interviews for newscast content.
- Attend morning newsroom editorial meetings.
- Work with News Director to plan short- & long-term content.
- Work closely with Digital Manager, coordinating what & how to post stories on the web and on social media.
- Is knowledgeable about local, national, and global events. Has a good understanding of government & legal policy and procedures.
- Maintain extensive community contacts and awareness of local, state and national current events.
- Complete other duties as assigned.
- College degree in broadcast journalism or comparable experience.
- Minimum of two years’ experience as a news anchor preferred.
- Quick & effective decision-making, live ad-libbing, and maintain performance under extreme pressure.
- Must be articulate in English, possess excellent written & verbal communication skills, the ability to read a teleprompter, and an ability to get along with and motivate a broad range of personalities.
- Professional & maintained on-air appearance.
- Demonstrated ability to take initiative, manage projects from start to finish, and meet deadlines without direct supervision.
- Ability to work effectively under pressure, prioritize, and organize.
- Ability to work evenings, early mornings, and weekends when needed.



