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12/28/2016

Anchor

CBS North Carolina

Company CBS North Carolina
Position Anchor
Description

CBS North Carolina is looking for an engaging leader who understands what it takes to anchor our morning newscasts. Must have a dynamic on air presentation, a proven track record for handling the big stories and ability to lead major breaking news coverage. We want a passionate journalist who knows the power of connecting via social media and has the ability to deliver enterprise stories to grow our station footprint. This candidate will report and anchor newscasts on air, online and on mobile. Our ideal morning candidate is adept at anchoring newscasts from remote locations as well as behind the desk in studio. We want a true community champion who supports the station's mission on multiple platforms.

Essential Job Qualifications: Formal education equivalent to a BS degree in Journalism, Communications or related field. Related experience will be evaluated by Company management and may be substituted on the basis of one year of experience equals one year of education. Minimum four years anchor experience in local television news, including writing, producing, and anchoring. Tape required. Reporting skills mandatory. Knowledge of journalistic standards as they relate to on-air presentation of news stories. Accurate and comprehensive writing skills as well as good communication skills. Ability to maintain professional and personal appearance. Knowledge of personal computers and ability to learn new systems. Capable of handling the physical and mental requirements including:

• ability to verbally communicate in English
• ability to read computer monitor information (words and data)
• ability to hear detailed spoken communication
• ability to remain sedentary and to travel to work location
• ability to perform manual dexterity tasks with hands, fingers
• ability to analyze data, concentrate, reason, and write
• ability to perform under emotional stress
• availability for shift reporting and station promotional activity; 24 hour on-call availability

Qualified applicants may apply by sending their resume and cover letter to: WNCN-TV; Attn: Human Resources, 1205 Front Street, Raleigh, NC 27609; email hr@wncn.com; or apply online at www.mediageneral.com.

EOE M/F/V/D Background check and Drug screen required.

App Date 01/31/2017
Contact HR
Phone 9198356217
Email hr@wncn.com

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