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Morning Anchor / Multi-Skilled Journalist
TEGNA
Macon, GA, United States
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Job Description
Morning Anchor/Multi-Skilled Journalist
Are you an early riser who is innovative, energetic and loves to tell creative stories?
13WMAZ is looking for a versatile Morning Anchor/ Reporter who has a passion for hard news, but can transition seamlessly into creative live segments and storytelling. We need someone who loves social media, and getting out into the community to generate stories that translate into memorable moments on digital and broadcast. If you’re that special team player, newsroom leader, willing to do what it takes to get the best story -- we want to hear from you!
Responsibilities:
• Anchor daily newscast.
• Write, shoot and edit original content for on-air and on all digital platforms that evoke emotion and tell compelling stories.
• Develop original content through social listening and independent sources.
• Work with Producers and co-Anchors to produce unique, fast-paced newscasts.
• Write in an exciting, captivating and authentic manner.
• Use creative production techniques such as graphics and new forms of media (viewer pictures, webcam interviews, etc.) to enhance newscasts and stories.
• Use the latest editing and photography tools to tell great stories.
• Present on-air news events in a concise, accurate and engaging manner.
• Interview news subjects and research for facts and credibility.
• Develop news sources for general assignment and special areas of interest.
• Participate in community outreach events on behalf of the station.
• Perform other tasks as required by News Managers.
• Operate news gathering vehicle to and from various locations.
Job Requirements
Job Requirements:
• o Degree in Journalism, Mass Communication or related field
◦ 2 years of experience preferred
◦ Demonstrate the tenets of professional Journalism
◦ Deliver accurate content and reports
◦ Excellent on-camera communicator with top notch interviewing reporting skills (live and taped)
◦ Strong social media skills, including an active news hound presence on Twitter and Facebook
◦ Organizational skills and the ability to work under constant time sensitive deadlines
◦ Ability to calmly handle live, breaking news situations and changing events
◦ Excellent, creative presentation and writing skills
◦ Demonstrated use of multi-platform media for news gathering, disseminating and community engagement
◦ A keen eye for creative production as well as editing video
◦ Knowledge of ENPS, Edius and Axis graphics a plus
◦ Reel must be included for consideration
About TEGNA:
TEGNA Inc. (NYSE: TGNA), formerly Gannett Co., Inc., is comprised of a dynamic portfolio of media and digital businesses that provide content that matters and brands that deliver. TEGNA reaches more than 90 million Americans and delivers highly relevant, useful and smart content, when and how people need it, to make the best decisions possible. TEGNA Media includes 46 television stations and is the largest independent station group of major network affiliates in the top 25 markets, reaching approximately one-third of all television households nationwide. TEGNA Digital is comprised of Cars.com, the leading online destination for automotive consumers, CareerBuilder, a global leader in human capital solutions, and other powerful brands such as G/O Digital and Cofactor.
TEGNA Inc. is a proud equal opportunity employer. We are a drug free, EEO employer committed to a diverse workforce. We encourage and consider all qualified candidates regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity, family responsibilities, disability, enrollment in college or vocational school, political affiliation, veteran status or genetic information.