Job Description

Work for the #1 morning show in the market, collaborate with award-winning journalists, and make a difference in the community, come join the FOX8 morning news team. You’ll anchor the 4:30am news and then rotate with three other anchors for our five-and-a-half-hour newscast. We are serious about winning mornings, employing an army of journalists to make the shows relevant and meaningful. While you’ll play a prominent role on the desk, don’t leave your reporter skills behind, since you will have a franchise as well.

Job description:

• Presents news stories and other content for all platforms.
• Ensures that all news content meets company standards for journalistic integrity and production quality.
• Writes and delivers news stories in a clear and concise manner.
• Assists in writing, copy editing, researching and coordinating news programming and other content.
• Acts as a field reporter as assigned.
• Conducts interviews with news personnel and others.
• 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.

Requirements & Skills:

• Minimum four years’ experience in news reporting and anchoring

• 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 when required.
• Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Valid driver’s license with a good driving record.

EEO Statement:

Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled