Per Diem News Anchor

Job Description
The station is seeking a highly professional, sharp, and adaptable Per Diem / Fill-In News Anchor to join our team. This position requires an experienced journalist who can step onto the anchor desk or into the field at a moment's notice to deliver compelling, authoritative, and accurate live newscasts. The ideal candidate possesses exceptional ad‑libbing skills, thrives under the pressure of breaking news, and can seamlessly integrate with different production teams and co‑anchors across various dayparts.

Responsibilities

Anchor live newscasts as a solo or co‑anchor, maintaining professionalism, authority, and engaging viewer connection.

Effectively process, prioritize, and communicate information clearly during unscripted, fast‑paced situations such as breaking news, extended rolling coverage, or live interviews.

Work seamlessly from the anchor desk, studio set, or live in the field using standard broadcasting equipment, demonstrating excellent knowledge of the Los Angeles market, vocal delivery, and pronunciation.

Review, write, and copy‑edit scripts prior to airtime to ensure clear, concise storytelling that adheres to newsroom style, proper grammar, and format standards.

Participate in editorial meetings when on shift, bringing fresh story ideas and leveraging a deep knowledge of current local, national, and international events.

Use newsroom computer systems to write and edit scripts.

Work effectively and harmoniously with diverse newsroom staff on short notice.

Maintain a professional on‑air appearance based on newsroom standards and company policy; represent the station positively at public appearances or community events as requested.

Requirements / Qualifications

BA/BS degree or equivalent in Journalism, Mass Communications, or a related field preferred.

Proven track record of on‑air anchoring experience in a television newsroom (audition reel required).

Exceptional vocal delivery, strong phrasing, proper grammar, and dynamic, authoritative on‑camera presence.

Willingness and ability to work an unpredictable, on‑call schedule, including short‑notice shifts, overnights, early mornings, nights, weekends, and holidays.

Strong writing and copy‑editing skills with a deep knowledge of AP style, newsroom ethics, and defamation laws.

Proven ability to handle extreme stress and tight deadlines, maintaining a calm and commanding demeanor during breaking news.

Capability to work at a computer or stand on set for extended periods; ability to drive a company vehicle and adhere to company driving policies.

Member of SAG/AFTRA (or eligible to join).

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable law.

Pursuant to state and local pay disclosure requirements, the pay rate/range for this role, with final offer amount dependent on education, skills, experience, and location is $52.67 per hour.

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