WJBF seeks an Anchor/Reporter to co-anchor "Good Morning Augusta" Monday through Friday from 4:30 a.m. until 7 a.m. This is a high-profile position at WJBF. The ideal candidate will also contribute stories to later newscasts and be a leader in the newsroom and community.
Job Details:
- Applicants must provide a link to a demo reel. Applicants without a reel will not be considered.
- Co-anchor "Good Morning Augusta", the market's top-rated morning program, from 4:30 a.m. until 7 a.m. Monday-Friday.
- After the anchor shift, turns a story or stories for later newscasts.
- Proficient in all aspects of newsroom journalism including, but not limited to, anchoring, reporting, producing, shooting and editing.
- Works with producers, reporters, photographers, directors, editors and co-anchor to ensure that all content meets company standards for journalistic integrity and production quality.
- Helps produce newscasts and communicate clear direction with team members.
- Develops a presence on the WJBF6+ app.
- Assists in writing, copy editing, researching and coordinating news programming and other content.
- 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.
- Develops a strong relationship with viewers/followers by regularly writing and presenting content for the website and social platforms.
Requirements & Skills:
- Bachelor’s degree in Broadcast Journalism, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience.
- Excellent communication skills, both oral and written with the ability to ad lib.
- Minimum two years of experience in news reporting or anchoring.
- 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.
- 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.
- Salary starts at $60,000 annually depending on experience and skillset.
