Job Description

Anchor/Reporter

WDAF-TV/Fox4 Kansas City is seeking an Anchor/Reporter. The Anchor/Reporter serves as the primary presenter of news stories and other content for all platforms in a manner that is clear, engaging and meaningful to news consumers.

Responsibilities:

• Produce content for multiple platforms, including TV, digital, and streaming shows, etc.
• Work with management to enterprise and develop stories daily
• Demonstrate compelling storytelling using dynamic live shots and stand-ups, creative graphics, and use of digital and social media platforms
• Organize material, determine angle or emphasis, and write story according to prescribed editorial style and format standards
• Gather and verify information regarding stories through interviews, observation and research.
• Build network of sources who supply information that allows the Company to stay ahead of its competitors
• Performs special projects and other duties as assigned
• Maintain an on-air persona that is friendly and authoritative, exhibit urgency every day, particularly during breaking news
• Lead by example and work with newsroom managers to coach and motivate other staff

Requirements & Skills:

• Bachelor's degree in communication/journalism or related degree required (equivalent years of experience may substitute for education)
• Three (3) years of television anchoring or reporting experience required
• Solid vocal delivery, camera presence, and clear enunciation
• Strong reporting skills
• Understand the importance of social media
• Excellent reading, writing, spelling, grammar and organizational skills
• Promote teamwork and maintains attitude of cooperation with all station personnel
• Operate newsroom computer systems

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