Local News Anchor

Local News Anchor

PITTSBURGH, PA

5 DAYS AGO 22504094 Summary

PITTSBURGH, PA

In-Person Competitive Salary 1 Years Experience High school graduate or equivalency certificate (GED) No Commission 40.00 hours per week / Rotation Shift / Full-Time Description WTAE, the ABC affiliate in Pittsburgh, PA is looking for a Morning News Anchor who can authentically deliver news stories with comfort and command. You are someone who loves those early alarm clocks and knows how to engage with a morning audience. 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 M-F morning newscasts Have an active presence on social media that engages the audience in a conversation Deliver scripted and ad-lib material with polish, personality and purpose Work with and guide reporters and producers in newscast production Summarize information into easy-to-understand components Complete each interaction with journalistic integrity and ethical standards Appear on behalf of the station at public events Requirements Professional anchoring experience (Morning show experience preferred) Your demo reel is indicative of your everyday work Anchors with the ability to connect with viewers Flexibility to work varied shifts, including overnights and weekends Can deal with the stresses and pressures of time-sensitive newscast production Have and exhibit unwavering journalistic integrity and ethical standards Experience working with digital media and social media Related 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 | Vision 401(k) matching Emotional Wellness Support Paid Time Off Paid Parental Leave LGBTQ+ Health Services Additional benefits to meet your and your family's needs Additional Details How To Identify Potential Job Scams