Job Description

Anchor/Reporter - Spectrum News (NJ R320)

Interested in delivering captivating newscasts to empower and inform local communities? Apply today to be an Anchor at Spectrum News.

Spectrum News is made up of over 30 hyper-local news and regional sports networks dedicated to producing original, unbiased and high-quality content. We use innovative journalistic approaches, backed by comprehensive research, to engage and inform viewers on the most essential news, issues, and events taking place in their communities.

Beyond TV news distribution, our newsrooms publish via the Spectrum News app and connected television. We’re committed to providing viewers with 24-hour news—no matter how, when and where they want it. Check out all the ways we share news on the Spectrum News Mobile App .  

BE PART OF THE CONNECTION

As an Anchor/ Reporter, you are the face of the story, helping audiences connect with the news that matters to their communities. You’ll also be a leader behind the scenes, playing an active role in editorial discussions and decisions. You will be part of a collaborative team that creates compelling, timely and accurate content intended to engage and connect with viewers across traditional and digital platforms.

WHAT OUR ANCHORS/ REPORTERS ENJOY MOST

• Helping audiences connect with the stories that matter to their daily lives
• Striking a balance between anchoring and behind-the-scenes editorial leadership work
• Acting as a culture-setter and newsroom leader, while still being a part of a collaborative team
• Telling stories across platforms including TV news, connected television, and digital news

As a part of Spectrum News, you’re creative, highly technical, and ready to bring the character-driven stories of those in your community to life in our newsroom. You value accuracy and want to leverage your curiosity and storytelling abilities to share inspiring news across multiple platforms. Each day is a fast-paced and constantly evolving work environment with new stories to tell and perspectives to uncover. If you’re a nimble, passionate team player, you’ll find a home on our team.

WHAT YOU’LL BRING TO SPECTRUM NEWS

Required Qualifications

• Experience: Television News Anchoring – 3+ years, television News Reporting – 5+ years
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Broadcast Journalism, Communications or related field or comparable television work experience preferred
• Technical skills: Must have editing skills , must be familiar with shooting video and using still photos to illustrate stories , must be adept at social media
• Skills: Must be able to develop sources, work a beat, and break stories , must have strong on-camera skills with the ability to read narration effectively
• Abilities: Demonstrated ability to lead people and obtain results through others , demonstrated story development skills to submit original story ideas daily
• Travel Ability: Must be open to travel to discover the important stories in your neighborhood and willing to interact with the community
• Schedule: Ability to work different shifts or longer shifts due to "breaking news" and severe weather emergencies. Willing and able to work weekends and holidays
• Valid driver’s license for authorized driving in the State of residence

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in a 24-hour news channel
• Political Experince preferred

Working Conditions:

• Works inside in a climate-controlled environment and outside throughout the year and may be subjected to various weather conditions that could include extreme heat or cold conditions

SPECTRUM NEWS CONNECTS YOU TO MORE

• Community Impact: You will play an important role in connecting people to and informing them about their local communities
• Supportive Teams: Be part of a strong community that gives you opportunities to network and grow and wants to see you succeed
• Dynamic Growth: The growth of our industry and evolving technology powers our employees’ careers as they move up or around the company
• Total Rewards: See all the ways we invest in you—at work and in life

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NJR320 2024-42612 2024

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