Lead Anchor
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Job Description
As the Lead Anchor you will get to manage local on-air delivery of newscasts and also write & edit story ideas daily. You will collaborate closely with producers to ensure stories are accurately documented and presented on the daily newscasts. You are charged with delivering local & national news during newscasts and generating ideas to increase ratings. This position reports to the VP of News.
Will write & edit story ideas daily that attract the viewer’s interest
Write stories, headlines, and news updates for television, online, and digital platforms
Work directly with News Producer on story ideas and development
Present a completed story with fair, accurate, and community-relevant content
Generate ideas and report breaking news either in the studio or on location
Coordinate, organize, and conduct interviews
Develop ongoing “sweeps” style stories
Present newscasts to the viewer in a professional manner; including presenting breaking news to viewers both during live newscasts as well as outside regularly scheduled newscasts
Involved in Social Media platforms
Make appearances before social and civic groups and at schools and colleges on behalf of the station
Write and copy edit assigned scripts in newscasts
Qualifications
BA or BS in a related field
At least four years of television anchor/reporter experience
At least four years of experience shooting, writing, and editing with a good ratings track record
Must have strong Spanish language skills (verbal & written)
Enterprise reporting required
Strong live reporting presence a must
Interested candidates must submit a resume/CV and Demo Reel through www.nbcunicareers.com to be considered
Must be willing to work in Phoenix, Arizona area
Must be 18 years or older
Must have a valid driver’s license and excellent driving record
Must be able to provide a reel/portfolio of work examples -- if available, include a web address when you submit your resume (if applicable)
Must be able to participate in community, public events and Master of Ceremonies as requested by the station
Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States
Must be covered by Solutions, NBCU’s Alternative Dispute Resolution Program
Desired Characteristics
News judgment with a solid ethical decision process
Possess the ability to work effectively with others in a team environment
High competitive nature
Ability to handle working under the pressure of intense deadlines
Skills to be a problem solver
Creative with a strong sense of community involvement for unique story ideas
Strong Writing skills with the ability to connect on an emotional level
General Assignment reporting skills preferred
Proven record of meeting deadlines and developing contacts
Proven record of contributing story ideas