WTEN-10 TV in Albany, New York is hiring a full-time News Anchor. The News Anchor serves as the primary presenter of news stories and other content for all platforms in a manner that is clear, engaging and meaningful to news consumers.Responsibilities: - Presents news stories and other content for all platforms.- Ensures that all news content meets company standards for journalistic integrity and production quality.- Writes and delivers news stories in a clear and concise manner.- Produces newscasts and communicates clear direction with team members.- Assists in writing, copy editing, researching and coordinating news programming and other content.- Acts as a field reporter as assigned.- Conducts interviews with news personnel and others.- Responds to breaking news and other urgent newsrooms situations as required.- Participates in promotional activities including public appearances.- Performs special projects and other duties as assigned. - Edits video clips as assigned.- Writes content for the website and other eMedia platforms.- Interacts with viewers/users on social media sites.Requirements & Skills:- Bachelor’s degree in Broadcast Journalism, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience.- Fluency in English.- Excellent communication skills, both oral and written with the ability to ad lib when required.- Minimum five years’ experience in news reporting or anchoring.
(More or less depending on market size.)- Superior on-air presence.- Excellent news judgment with an expansive knowledge of local and national current events, history, newsmakers and issues.- Experience guiding, directing and motivating others.- Ability to identify the developmental needs of others and to coach, mentor or otherwise help others to improve their knowledge or skills.- Proficiency with computers, telephones, copiers, scanners, fax machines and other office equipment.- Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.- Ability to effectively listen to fully understand problems and communicate with a team to shape a solution.- Valid driver’s license with a good driving record.- Flexibility to work any shift. Benefits:Salary Range: $60,000 - $80,000Competitive compensation package with medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(K), and more.
