News Anchor Jobs

Description:

Location: Traverse City, MI

America’s first 24/7 national news diginet – broadcasting to 50+ markets including New York, Chicago and Los Angeles – is expanding our team and looking for someone to join our Traverse City/Cadillac location to broadcast national news. We are looking for passionate storytellers who can help grow our audience on-air and online. The right candidate must have a passion for news, for telling compelling stories and creating high-quality content.

We’re looking for a News Anchor/Producer who will help plan and execute award-winning news coverage. Other than the basics of TV news, candidates with these special characteristics will stand out.

• Have good judgement as to what makes a story on a national and international news level
• Have the ability to turn a wide range of news stories quickly
• Be ready to produce – writing scripts, editing copy and creating show rundowns
• Have a flexible approach to your work schedule and be ready to work when news breaks
• Be ready to plan and execute news coverage on your own
• Be a strong writer
• Be passionate about news in and out of the work environment

Duties include:

• Using social media platforms to connect with our audience
• Anchoring and producing national content
• Shooting, editing, writing, and producing entertaining stories and sportscasts
• Meeting daily deadlines, and maintaining a steadfast commitment to journalistic integrity
• Contributing to the editorial process with consistent story pitches

Requirements:

• Proven ability to work within a fast-paced environment while meeting strict deadlines
• Be engaged digitally utilizing multi-platform content distribution and display strong social media skills
• Prior experience as a News Anchor in a top 10 Market preferred
• Excellent time management skills
• Must be able to shoot, write and edit content
• Availability to work a flexible schedule

Equal Opportunity Employer