NEWS ANCHOR (EVENING) - WOWT

WOWT First Alert 6 is seeking an experienced, dynamic Evening Anchor to serve as a cornerstone of our on‑air team. This role requires deep investment in news, editorial instincts, and daily newsroom presence.

Responsibilities

Co‑anchor evening newscasts with authority, credibility, and a strong First Alert presence.

Contribute to content beyond the desk as a working reporter developing and breaking stories, or as an editorial leader shaping newscast content and direction.

Champion the First Alert brand on‑air and in the newsroom, modeling urgency, accuracy, and viewer‑focused storytelling.

Respond to breaking news with confidence and composure, leading coverage live on‑air and across platforms.

Participate actively in streaming strategy, anchoring streaming‑exclusive content, special coverage, and breaking news as needed.

Write and prepare material for newscasts with strong, clear, conversational copy.

Engage actively with viewers on social media, including Facebook, Instagram, and other platforms.

Serve as a positive, collaborative presence in the newsroom and a trusted face in the Omaha community.

Make public appearances on behalf of the station as required.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in communication, journalism, or a related field.

At least 4 years of experience as a news anchor in a professional broadcast environment.

Strong editorial instincts and news judgment, understanding what makes a story a First Alert.

Excellent on‑air presence and ability to deliver news clearly, professionally, and with authority.

Strong writing skills; ability to write accurately and creatively under deadline pressure.

Comfortable leading live breaking‑news coverage and engaging with audiences across platforms.

Enthusiastic about streaming, willing to anchor special content and breaking‑news coverage on streaming platforms.

Active and engaging on social media with an understanding of how to connect with audiences.

Strong people skills and a collaborative, team‑first attitude.

Must provide a resume internet link.

WOWT‑TV/Gray Media is a drug‑free company.

Gray Media provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Gray Media complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.

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