Anchor

Category:
Media - Journalism - Newspaper

Position/Title:
Anchor

Details:

Local News Anchor

16WAPT, the ABC affiliate in Jackson, MS is looking for a News Anchor who can authentically deliver news stories with comfort and command. You know how to tell stories visually and can complete active, engaging live shots. In addition to credibility, and personality, you will be an anchor who isn't afraid to head out into the field and break the big stories. You will be a newsroom leader who helps mentor team members. You will write and edit scripts with conversational communication in mind. You are versatile, enterprising, who is fast, efficient, works well under broadcast television deadlines, can develop sources, and has excellent live anchoring skills. You will report to the News Director.

Responsibilities

Anchor newscastsHave an active presence on social media that engages the audience in a conversationDeliver scripted and ad-lib material with polish, personality and purposeWork with and guide reporters and producers in newscast productionSummarize information into easy-to-understand componentsComplete each interaction with journalistic integrity and ethical standardsAppear on behalf of the station at public events

Requirements

Professional or schooling experience anchoringYour demo reel is indicative of your everyday workAnchor with the ability to connect with viewersFlexibility to work varied shifts, including overnights and weekendsCan deal with the stresses and pressures of time-sensitive newscast productionHave and exhibit unwavering journalistic integrity and ethical standardsExperience working with digital media and social mediaRelated military experience will be considered

Values in Action

At Hearst Television we tell stories every day. Stories about people of all backgrounds, perspectives, and identities. That???s why, behind the scenes, we believe in being an organization that fosters collaboration and open communication, ensuring that the content we create is authentic, accurate, and connected to 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 needsVacancy Type:
Full Time

Date Posted:
1/21/2026

Closing Date:
2/20/2026

City:
Jackson - 39209

State:
Mississippi

Contact:
Please visit careers.htv.hearst.com to apply. EOE

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