Anchor/reporter

LIN Television Corporation

Green Bay, WI, United States
Not specified (likely onsite)
Five years on-air anchoring experience
Two years on-camera reporting experience
Valid driver's license with good record
WFRV, Local 5 is seeking a hands-on anchor/reporter with strong leadership qualities to join their newsroom in Green Bay, WI. The ideal candidate should have extensive experience in news anchoring and reporting, a positive attitude, and a commitment to community engagement across various platforms

Job Summary

  • The successful candidate must be prepared to anchor and report on developing, breaking, franchise and trending content across all screens and platforms.
  • As Main Anchor, you will lead by example and work with managers to coach and motivate other staff members.
  • The role requires a team-oriented journalist who can drive higher levels of social engagement, web traffic, and television viewing from the audience.

Matching Summary

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WFRV, Local 5 is seeking a hands-on anchor/reporter with strong leadership qualities to join their newsroom in Green Bay, WI. The ideal candidate should have extensive experience in news anchoring and reporting, a positive attitude, and a commitment to community engagement across various platforms.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Five years on-air anchoring experience
  • Two years on-camera reporting experience
  • Valid driver's license with good record
  • Fluency in English required
  • Ability to work breaking news shifts

Nice-to-have

  • Visceral distaste for office politics
  • Experience coaching young talent
  • Strong social media engagement skills
  • Positive attitude under stress
  • Community minded leadership nature

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Broadcast Journalism or equivalent
  • Minimum five years anchoring experience
  • Minimum two years reporting experience
  • Valid driver's license with good driving record
  • Flexibility to work any shift

Work Rights

Not specified

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