Anchor Reporter
Hearst Health
Salary undisclosed
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Description
WMUR, the ABC affiliate in Manchester, NH is looking for an Anchor Reporter. The Anchor/Reporter is someone who can bring the energy of live reporting to our anchor desk. In addition to credibility, poise, and personality; you are an anchor who isn't afraid to head out into the field and break the big stories. You will enterprise exclusives, tell compelling stories, and complete live shots. You are someone who isn't afraid to ask the tough questions, will hold those in power accountable and help mentor producers and reporters. You will write and edit scripts with viewer interaction in mind. You are versatile, enterprising, and can work fast and efficient, and works well under tight deadlines, can develop sources, and has excellent live reporting skills. You will report to the Assistant News Director.
Responsibilities
- Deliver scripted and ad-lib material with professionalism, personality, and purpose.
- Work with and guide reporters and producers in newscast production.
- Plan, gathers and assembles stories on day-of news or special project assignments.
- Coordinate with news managers and producers to develop stories that go beyond surface details, that accentuate unique enterprise angles, and have exclusive content
- Develop a network of sources who provide tips, early access to information, and allow the reporter to break stories of significance
- Appear on behalf of the station at public events.
- Will contribute pictures, video and text updates to mobile platforms throughout the day
- Work on different stories and projects at once and meeting all deadlines
- Summarize information into easy-to-understand components
Requirements
- 2+ years of anchor experience required
- 2+ years of reporting experience required
- Your demo reel is indicative of your everyday work
- Anchor that connects with viewers, in addition to reporting skills
- Operate mobile transmission devices and use latest technology.
- Can work in all weather conditions, work varied shifts, including overnights and weekends and carry up to 50 pounds
- Have a valid driver's license and a clear driving record
- Have and exhibit unwavering journalistic integrity and ethical standards
- Can deal with the stresses and pressures of time-sensitive newscast production
- Related military experience will be considered
- In-person attendance is required
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
Benefits
- health insurance
- 401(k)
- paid time off
- parental leave
About this role
WMUR is seeking an experienced anchor reporter who can command the desk while maintaining the energy and instincts of a field journalist. You'll split your time between anchoring newscasts and breaking stories in the field, developing sources, and pursuing exclusives that go beyond surface reporting. The role demands someone who can deliver polished on-air work, ask tough questions of those in power, and mentor the newsroom around you—all while meeting tight deadlines and working varied shifts including overnights and weekends.
You'll need at least two years of anchor experience and two years of reporting experience, with a demo reel that reflects your everyday work quality. The position requires strong live reporting skills, the ability to operate mobile transmission equipment, and comfort working in all weather conditions. You should be able to multitask across several stories simultaneously, write for viewer comprehension, and contribute content to digital platforms throughout the day. A valid driver's license with a clean record is required, as is the physical capability to carry equipment up to 50 pounds.
Hearst offers medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401(k) matching, paid time off, paid parental leave, and emotional wellness support. You'll report to the Assistant News Director and work in-office in Manchester, New Hampshire.
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