News Anchor (R50029064)

OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANYFox TV Stations FOX Television Stations owns and operates 29 full power broadcast television stations in the U.S. These include stations located in 14 of the top 15 largest designated market areas, or DMAs, and duopolies in 11 DMAs, including the three largest DMAs (New York, Los Angeles and Chicago). Of these stations, 18 are affiliated with the FOX Network. In addition to distributing sports, entertainment and syndicated content, our television stations collectively produce approximately 1,200 hours of local news every week. These stations leverage viewer, distributor and advertiser demand for the FOX Network's national content. JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB TITLE: Weekend WakeUp Anchor/Reporter
FOX 6 News is seeking an Anchor/Reporter to join our news team! We are looking for an aggressive storyteller who strives for excellence and relentlessly pursues every story with passion and purpose! We are looking for a creative, forward-thinking individual with an engaging personality that can ignite conversations and turn interviews into compelling newsworthy stories for both linear and streaming.

What You'll Do:
* Anchor weekend morning news providing the DMA (Linear) and the state (Digital platforms) with up-to-date and accurate information while letting your personality shine!
* Assist with story selection and booking guests for Weekend WakeUp
* Utilize digital platforms to bring breaking and impactful news to viewers
* 3 days a week you'll be a nightside reporter pitching powerful stories that benefit the community
* You will develop sources and establish a connection with our viewers to effectively tell their stories
* Work collaboratively with news managers, producers, photojournalists, editors and the assignment desk to create captivating news stories and features
* Use various multimedia platforms to engage viewers and reach a broader audience

What You Need:
* Minimum of 3 years news experiences is required
* Degree in Journalism or related field preferred
* Ability to ad-lib effectively
* Excellent on-air reporting skills with strong writing and interviewing skills
* Strong news judgment
* Proficiency with newsroom computers and software
* Ability to pivot from hard to soft news
* Non-linear editing skills a plus
* Open mind and willingness to experience with non-traditional storytelling formats such as podcasts and interactive content

What You'll Get:
* FOX Medical, Dental and Vision benefits starting on day one
* 3 weeks' vacation, paid holidays and paid sick time
* Tuition Reimbursement
* Company paid Short Term Disability
* Generous 401k with company contribution and matching

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable law.

Pursuant to state and local pay disclosure requirements, the pay rate/range for this role, with final offer amount dependent on education, skills, experience, and location is $74,000.00-80,650.00 annually. This role is also eligible for various benefits, including medical/dental/vision, insurance, a 401(k) plan, paid time off, and other benefits in accordance with applicable plan documents. Benefits for Union represented employees will be in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreement.

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