The Anchor/Reporter serves as a presenter of traffic news and other content for all platforms in a manner that is clear, engaging and meaningful to news consumers
Job Summary
The Anchor/Reporter serves as a presenter of traffic news and other content for all platforms in a manner that is clear, engaging and meaningful to news consumers.
Monitor traffic conditions using NDOT feeds, traffic software, social media, and viewer tips and collaborate with producers to incorporate traffic updates into newscasts and breaking news coverage.
Research, gather, and analyze information through interviews, public records, events, and field reporting, and develop and pitch original story ideas.
Matching Summary
The Anchor/Reporter serves as a presenter of traffic news and other content for all platforms in a manner that is clear, engaging and meaningful to news consumers.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Present live and recorded traffic reports
Monitor traffic conditions using various sources
Collaborate with producers for newscasts
Gather and verify information for stories
Build network of sources
Report news stories for broadcast
Shoot, write, edit, and present news reports
Nice-to-have
Engaging and meaningful presentation
Promoter of teamwork and cooperation
Flexibility to work any shift
Key Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in communication/journalism or related degree
Three (3) years television anchoring or reporting experience preferred
Solid vocal delivery, camera presence, and clear enunciation
Strong reporting skills
Understand importance of social media
Excellent reading, writing, spelling, grammar and organizational skills
Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments, and manage multiple tasks