Responsibilities

• Present live on television scripted and unscripted news reports; may present live stories from the scene of the news, the newsroom and/or studio or may tape stories for later broadcast.
• Enterprise and develop stories for broadcast daily. Research and gather content for story. Write clear, accurate and interesting stories. Break down complicated and involved stories so that they are easy to understand. Ensure that any visuals shown are relevant, appropriate and impactful. Maintain standards of accuracy and fairness in news coverage.
• Write for and maintain strong presence on website and other social media platforms.
• Travel to the scene of a news story to gather and compile the information into the proper form for broadcast.
• Complete assignments according to established deadlines.
• Maintain extensive community contacts and awareness of local and national current events.
• Make promotional and community appearances as required.
• Maintain professional standards with regard to wardrobe, hair, cosmetics, and other areas of grooming as required for position.
• Write and post stories to website and other digital media platforms. Frequently update online stories.
• Work closely and respectfully with assigned photographers.
• Communicate frequently throughout the day and work collaboratively with others in the newsroom.
• Contribute to the overall team effort to provide the market with the best possible local television journalism. Work in a team environment cooperatively and collaboratively with a variety of people. Build working relationships with co-workers, community members, and the general public.
• Act in a professional manner when representing the station.
• Attend editorial and strategic meetings. Contribute story ideas on a daily basis.
• Report to work on time and work established schedule/hours. Ability to work other hours or alternate schedules as needed, as assigned by the News Director.
• Complete other duties as requested and needed.