News Anchor/reporter

WOOD-TV8

Grand Rapids, MI, United States
Onsite
Minimum three years professional experience
Solid vocal delivery and camera presence
Ability to break news stories
WOOD-TV8 is seeking an experienced Weekend Anchor/Reporter to join their award-winning newsroom in Grand Rapids, MI. The ideal candidate should have a minimum of three years of professional experience, strong storytelling abilities, and a presence on social media

Job Summary

  • The role requires a dynamic Weekend Anchor/Reporter with at least three years of professional experience in anchoring and reporting.
  • Candidates must demonstrate compelling storytelling through live shots, stand-ups, and creative use of digital platforms.
  • The position involves developing relationships, generating story ideas, and breaking the biggest news stories in West Michigan.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

WOOD-TV8 is seeking an experienced Weekend Anchor/Reporter to join their award-winning newsroom in Grand Rapids, MI. The ideal candidate should have a minimum of three years of professional experience, strong storytelling abilities, and a presence on social media.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Minimum three years professional experience
  • Solid vocal delivery and camera presence
  • Ability to break news stories
  • High-level social media engagement
  • Create digital content for website

Nice-to-have

  • Creative storytelling abilities
  • Positive attitude and drive to win
  • Friendly and authoritative on-air presence
  • Teamwork and cooperation skills

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Communication or Journalism
  • Two years anchoring or three years reporting experience
  • Link to on-air reel required in resume

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