Traffic / Breaking News Anchor / Reporter
Hearst Television
Palm Beach Gardens, FLThis was removed by the employer on 12/12/2019 12:13:00 PM PST
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Full Time Job
WPBF 25 News has an opening for a Traffic/Breaking News
Anchor/Reporter. We are looking for someone who can bring the energy of live reporting to our morning
newscast. You'll need to be comfortable on the set with
our anchor team and in front of various presentation areas, including a
chromakey wall. This person will take charge
and own major traffic stories on all platforms. Knowledge of roadways,
highways, toll roads, Palm Beach International airport
and cities, towns and communities in the Palm Beaches and Treasure Coast are a
must. You will be required to produce your own
graphics within the WSI Max software for nearly two dozen live hits each
morning. As our traffic expert, you'll
be expected to make connections with local transportation leaders, pitch
newsworthy content and produce those stories for multiple platforms. Social
media engagement is crucial for success.
This person will also produce and
cover breaking news stories on all platforms during the morning newscast.
In addition to credibility, poise, and personality; we're looking for
someone who wants to head out into the field and break the big stories
following the morning show. Our next breaking news anchor/reporter will
enterprise exclusives, tell compelling stories, and execute energetic live
shots. We are looking for this market's next leader who isn't afraid to
ask the tough questions and will hold those in power accountable. Our anchors
write and edit scripts with conversational communication in mind. We are
looking for a versatile, enterprising self-starter who is fast, efficient,
works well under tight deadlines, can develop sources, and has excellent live
reporting skills. You must be able to work in a fast-paced
environment, work independently and excel at time management.
Job Responsibilities:
• Delivers scripted and ad lib material
with professionalism, personality, and purpose
• Either knows how to build or willing
to learn how to build traffic maps within the WSI
Max software
• Regularly plans, gathers and
assembles stories on day-of news or special project assignments
• Works with or without a photographer
to gather and edit compelling video and captivating sound
• Coordinates with news managers and
producers to develop stories that go beyond surface details, that accentuate
unique enterprise angles, and have exclusive content
• Develops a network of sources who
provide tips, early access to information, and allow the reporter to break
stories of significance.
• Will contribute pictures, video and
text updates to mobile platforms consistently throughout the day
• Can juggle multiple stories and
projects at once, demonstrates exceptional time-management skills by meeting
all deadlines under extraordinary pressure.
• An ability to summarize information
into easy-to-understand components
• Unwavering journalistic integrity and
ethical standards
• Appears on behalf of the station at
public events
Qualifications:
• At
least 3-5 years' experience in a News environment
• Must
have the ability to work in a fast-paced environment calmly and manage deadline
pressures
• Excellent
interpersonal and communication skills required
• ENPS
knowledge preferred
• WSI
Max software knowledge preferred
• Can work in all weather conditions and carry up to 50 pounds
• Has a valid driver's license, can drive large vehicles over long
distances, and a clear driving record
• Ability to work varied shifts, including overnights and
weekends
• Can deal with the stresses and pressures of time-sensitive
newscast production
• Your demo reel should be indicative of your everyday work
Education:
• Bachelor's degree preferred or
equivalent proven work experience
• Military training and experience will
be considered
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