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Anchor Reporter - WBBH

NAB Leadership Foundation, Fort Myers, FL, United States


JOB DESCRIPTION
Gulf Coast News - WBBH, the NBC affiliate in Fort Myers, Florida, is looking for a Local News Anchor Reporter who can authentically deliver news stories with comfort and command. You know how to tell stories visually and can complete active, engaging live shots. In addition to credibility and personality, you will be an anchor who isn't afraid to head out into the field and break the big stories. You will be a newsroom leader who helps mentor team members, write and edit scripts with conversational communication in mind, and work swiftly and efficiently under broadcast television deadlines. You will report to the News Director.

Responsibilities

Anchor newscasts

Have an active presence on social media that engages the audience in a conversation

Deliver scripted and ad‑lib material with polish, personality and purpose

Work with and guide reporters and producers in newscast production

Summarize information into easy‑to‑understand components

Complete each interaction with journalistic integrity and ethical standards

Appear on behalf of the station at public events

Requirements

Professional or schooling experience anchoring

Your demo reel is indicative of your everyday work

Anchor with the ability to connect with viewers

Flexibility to work varied shifts, including overnights and weekends

Can deal with the stresses and pressures of time‑sensitive newscast production

Have and exhibit unwavering journalistic integrity and ethical standards

Experience working with digital media and social media

Related military experience will be considered

Benefits

Medical | Dental | Vision

401(k) matching

Emotional Wellness Support

Paid Time Off

Paid Parental Leave

LGBTQ+ Health Services

Additional benefits to meet your and your family's needs

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

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