Evening Anchor/MSJ Job at North Carolina Association of Broadcasters in Greensbo

TEGNA Inc. (NYSE: TGNA) helps people thrive in their local communities by providing the trusted local news and services that matter most. With 64 television stations in 51 U.S. markets, TEGNA reaches more than 100 million people monthly across the web, mobile apps, streaming, and linear television. Together, we are building a sustainable future for local news.

WFMY News 2 in Greensboro, NC – Evening Anchor & Multi‑Skilled Journalist

We are looking for an engaging and innovative journalist to join our team as an Evening Anchor and Multi‑Skilled Journalist. The ideal candidate is a dynamic personality, passionate storyteller, and team player who can connect with the community on all platforms. This role is more than reading a script; it requires authenticity, audience engagement, and the ability to guide our communities with context around the news. Our digitally savvy team members reach our audience on all platforms.

In this role, you will anchor our late‑evening newscasts, take a leadership role in the broadcasts, and assist with the show’s execution and writing. You will also report daily as a general assignment Multi‑Skilled Journalist, establish sources, cover breaking news, and pitch unique enterprise ideas.

Additional responsibilities include fill‑in anchoring on other shows and during station special coverage, establishing and maintaining social media accounts, and growing them with guidance from our digital team.

Responsibilities

• Anchor late newscast
• Lead broadcasts by planning, participating in content creation, and helping organize available news crews
• Contribute content and stories as a Multi‑Skilled Journalist
• Establish sources, use social listening skills, cover breaking news, and pitch unique enterprise ideas
• Write and post daily on all digital platforms, including WFMY‑branded social media accounts
• Fill‑in on the anchor desk for other shows and during special coverage
• Participate in community partnerships and events

Requirements

• Minimum three years of reporting experience preferred and demonstrated anchor experience
• Ability to calmly handle breaking news situations from the anchor desk and live from the field
• Knowledge of non‑linear editing systems and ability to shoot and edit your own packages
• Organizational skills and the ability to work under constant time‑pressure deadlines
• Ability to work different shifts, including mornings, nights, and weekends
• BA/BS in journalism or a communications‑related field preferred
• A portfolio with examples of strong breaking, general, and feature news anchoring and reporting

Benefits

TEGNA offers comprehensive benefits designed to safeguard the physical, mental, and financial health of our employees and their families. Benefits include two medical plan options for full‑ and part‑time employees through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas; dental and eye care coverage; fertility, surrogacy, and adoption assistance; disability and life insurance; 401(k) with company match; nine paid holidays; and generous paid time off.

Regardless of participation in medical plans, all employees and their eligible family members receive nine free virtual doctor’s appointments through Teladoc and 12 free annual therapy sessions with a licensed clinician through Spring Health.

EEO Statement

TEGNA Inc. is a proud equal opportunity employer. We value and consider applications from all qualified candidates without regard to actual or perceived race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, family responsibilities, disability, medical condition, enrollment in college or vocational school, political affiliation, military or veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law. TEGNA will reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable law. If you are in need of an accommodation, please email askhr@tegna.com.

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