Local News Sports Anchor Reporter

Category:
Media - Journalism - Newspaper

Position/Title:
Sports Anchor/Reporter

Details:

Local News Sports Anchor Reporter

16WAPT, the ABC affiliate in Jackson, MS is looking for a Sports Anchor/Reporter. The Anchor/Reporter is someone who can bring the energy of live reporting to our anchor desk. In addition to credibility, poise, and personality; you are an anchor who isn't afraid to head out into the field and break the big stories. You will enterprise exclusives, tell compelling stories, and complete live shots. You are someone who isn't afraid to ask the tough questions, will hold those in power accountable and help mentor producers and reporters. You will write and edit scripts with viewer interaction in mind. You are versatile, enterprising, and can work fast and efficient, and works well under tight deadlines, can develop sources, and has excellent live reporting skills. You will report to the News Director.

Responsibilities

Deliver scripted and ad-lib material with professionalism, personality, and purposeWork with and guide reporters and producers in newscast productionPlan, gathers and assembles stories on day-of news or special project assignmentsCoordinate with news managers and producers to develop stories that go beyond surface details, that accentuate unique enterprise angles, and have exclusive contentDevelop a network of sources who provide tips, early access to information, and allow the reporter to break stories of significanceAppear on behalf of the station at public eventsWill contribute pictures, video and text updates to mobile platforms throughout the dayWork on different stories and projects at once and meeting all deadlinesSummarize information into easy-to-understand components

Requirements

2+ years of anchor experience required2+ years of reporting experience requiredYour demo reel is indicative of your everyday workAnchor that connects with viewers, in addition to reporting skillsOperate mobile transmission devices and use latest technologyCan work in all weather conditions, work varied shifts, including overnights and weekends and carry up to 50 poundsHave a valid driver's license and a clear driving recordHave and exhibit unwavering journalistic integrity and ethical standardsCan deal with the stresses and pressures of time-sensitive newscast productionRelated military experience will be consideredIn-person attendance is required

Diversity Statement

At 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.

Benefits

Hearst'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 needs

Vacancy Type:
Full Time

Date Posted:
3/18/2024

Closing Date:
4/17/2024

City:
Jackson - 39209

State:
MississippiContact:
Please visit careers.htv.hearst.com to apply. EOE