Description

About the Role

WROC-TV/RochesterFirst.com in Rochester, New York is hiring a News Anchor/MMJ who is a newsroom leader and primary presenter of news stories and other content for all platforms in a manner that is clear, engaging, and meaningful to news consumers.

Compensation $40k-$50k annualized commensurate with applicant's experience and skill level.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Broadcast Journalism, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience
• Fluency in English
• Excellent communication skills with a proven ability to communicate (written and oral), across all platforms and to ad lib when required
• Experience in news reporting or anchoring preferred
• Superior on-air presence

Experience

• Excellent news judgment with an expansive knowledge of local and national current events, history, newsmakers and issues
• Ability to identify the developmental needs of others and to coach, mentor or otherwise help others to improve their knowledge or skills
• Proficiency with computers, telephones, copiers, scanners, fax machines and other office equipment
• Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
• Ability to effectively listen to fully understand problems and communicate with a team to shape a solution
• Valid driver's license with a good driving record
• Flexibility to work any shift

About the Company

EEO Statement: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.