The News Anchor (Weekend) 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. + 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.