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Reporter-Weekend Anchor

WHEC-TV

Rochester, NY, USA

Job Type

Television

About the Role

This position is responsible for reporting, shooting, editing along with presenting live on TV and unscripted and scripted news reports in an interesting, informative and unbiased way; and producing newscasts as assigned.

The hourly range for this position is $22.00 to $26.45 per hour.

Requirements

  • A college degree in journalism, television or communications or equivalent experience; solid journalism background with 2 years' experience in an anchor role preferred.

  • Some experience producing a local television newscast preferred.

  • Quick and effective decision-making, live ad-libbing and maintaining performance under extreme pressure.

  • Highly developed public speaking and interpersonal skills along with exceptional communication skills, both oral and written.

Experience

  • Professional, consistent on-air appearance and ability to read Teleprompter.

  • Advanced abilities in critical thinking.

  • Broad knowledge of local, national and international affairs (e.g. political, economic, legislative and cultural).

  • Comfortable yet professional presence on camera with the ability to improvise in a live on-camera setting.

  • Effective communication and interpersonal skills.

About the Company

EEO Statement:

We are an equal opportunity employer, including disability/vets

Contact Us

1805 Western Ave, Albany, NY 12203

518-456-8888

Office Hours:

Monday - Friday

8:30 AM - 5:00 PM

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