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8 Aug 2024

Full-Time Weekend Anchor/ MMJ

Channel 7 WXYZ – Posted by stevie.petrosky Southfield, Michigan, United States

Job Description

WXYZ, The E.W. Scripps Company ABC affiliate in Detroit, Michigan is looking for a Weekend Anchor/Multimedia Journalist. Known for its commitment to local news, community involvement, and comprehensive coverage of events in the Detroit area, WXYZ is one of the flagship television properties of Scripps. Joining our award-winning team will enhance your credibility and visibility in the industry, providing you with the opportunity to be part of a highly respected and well-known news organization. Our station has earned national recognition for journalistic excellence, making WXYZ a prestigious place to advance your career.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

  • Anchor Weekend Newscasts. Report three days/week.

  • Generate compelling story ideas tailored for multiple platforms.

  • Report live on location from various news events.

  • Organize material, and write stories according to prescribed editorial story style, and formats for each of our platforms- including digital.

  • Research stories through personal contacts, the internet and other sources deciding the best angle and approach for the story.

  • Collaborate effectively with News, Promotion, Production and Engineering on daily broadcast, special projects and online coverage.

  • Make community appearances and participate in station-led initiatives.

  • Build a network of informational sources to provide exclusive stories for the Scripps brand.

  • Meet all production deadlines.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED:

  • Bachelors degree in relation discipline preferred or equivalent years of experience.

  • Generally, 3+ years on-camera experience preferred.

WHAT YOU’LL BRING:

  • Must connect on camera with a sense of urgency.

  • Ability to cultivate sources and mine stories.

  • Knowledge of newsroom computers and computer databases strongly preferred.

  • Must demonstrate strong news judgment and organizational skills.

  • Must have keen sense of logistics and ability to work well under intense pressure and deadlines.

  • Must have good creative and editorial judgment, mastery of journalistic ethics, and libel law.

  • Must be able to speak clearly and concisely.

  • Valid driver’s license, good driving record, and ability to provide proof of insurance with the company required insurance limits.

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How to Apply

Apply on our corporate website: https://scripps.com/careers/find-a-job/

Job Types: Full-Time. Salaries: Not Disclosed.

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