Do you want to play a pivotal role in our newsroom of the future? WEYI/WBSF/WSMH is seeking a dynamic full-time News Anchor who can push forward our digital-first plan. This person would be the primary face of our digital platform, and create content for MidMichiganNOW's digital, social, streaming and broadcast platforms. We want someone who is relentless when it comes to finding stories and digging for new information.
We are launching a digital studio, and the ideal candidate will monitor breaking news, record live video feeds on our website and social media platforms. This person must also have the ability to do taped or live interviews, and serve as a fill-in anchor for our newscasts. Our winning candidate will be someone who embraces social media and knows how to consistently engage with the audience. Collaboration with everyone in the newsroom is a critical part of this role!
In addition to being an outstanding journalist with a great personality, you need to be a team leader. Our anchors are leaders who produce content regularly and participate in the planning of our shows. A competitive passion to win and openness to innovation is mandatory!
Skills and Experience
- Strong writing skills and news judgment
- Ability to handle breaking news
- Sharp video shooting and editing skills
- Self starter who can generate his or her own story ideas daily
- Ability to maintain an active social media presence to build your brand
- Attention to detail
- Exemplary communication skills
- At least three (3) years of on-air experience, preferred
- Bachelor's Degree in Journalism, Communications or related field
- Live commercial television experience is a must
- Strong \"in-the-field and live\" skills
- Exceptional written communications skills using a conversational writing style
- Strong editorial judgment and a proven ethical foundation
Sinclair Broadcast Group, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free Workplace!
About Us
Make your mark in Media with Sinclair Broadcast Group, a diversified media company dedicated to connecting people with content everywhere! We have consistently led the broadcast industry since our inception, and now Sinclair owns the largest regional sports network business and one of the largest television broadcast portfolios in the country. In addition, we have affiliations with all of the major broadcast networks, own Tennis Channel, and several multicast networks including TBD and Comet. Our content is distributed over-the-air, on multi-video providers, and through our industry-leading digital media platforms. We're at the forefront of NextGen technology, enabling innovative new ways to engage with broadcast content like never before. We also recently launched a free TV streaming service called STIRR. Our success is the direct result of our extraordinary employees and management team who believe in our vision and are dedicated to ensuring a great future for our employees. We are advancing the world of Media and want YOU to join our winning team!
About the Team
The life-blood of our organization is our people. We have a compelling story, a goal-oriented culture, and we take really good care of people. How good? Here is a glimpse: great benefits, open door policy, upward mobility and a strong desire to see you succeed. Ready to be part of a winning team? Let's talk.