News Anchor Job at Society of Professional Journalists in Leland

NOTIFICATION OF JOB OPENING
TO: Community Contacts

DATE: June 26, 2026

JOB TITLE: News Anchor/MMJ
JOB REFERAL #: 617

EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS NECESSARY:
WWAY, the ABC, CBS and CW affiliate serving beautiful coastal southeastern North Carolina, is looking for an experienced, dynamic evening News Anchor to join our award-winning news team.

We're seeking a journalist who is more than just a presenter. The ideal candidate is a strong storyteller with solid news judgment and a passion for connecting with viewers across broadcast, digital, and social media platforms. You'll join an experienced anchor team and play a key role in delivering impactful local journalism each day.

Responsibilities include:

Anchor evening newscasts with professionalism, credibility, and personality

Shoot, write, and edit franchise packages

Deliver live reports during breaking news and severe weather coverage

Write and proofread scripts to ensure accuracy, clarity, and strong storytelling

Collaborate with producers, reporters, and newsroom leadership to produce compelling newscasts

Help mentor and encourage less-experienced newsroom staff

Create and post engaging content for digital and social media platforms

Represent WWAY at community events and public appearances

Qualifications:

Previous professional television news anchoring and reporting experience required

Strong live reporting and ad-lib skills

Excellent writing, editorial judgment, and communication skills

Active and engaging presence on social mediaExperience with newsroom systems such as ENPS is a plus

Valid driver's license with a clean driving record required

It is the policy of WWAY-TV, LLC that employment shall be based on merit, qualification and competence. Employment practice shall not be influenced or affected by virtue of an applicant’s or an employee’s race, age, sex, religion, color, national origin or disability. Females and minorities are encouraged to apply.

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