Evening News Anchor/Multiskilled Journalist

$31,886 - $76,461/Yr

TEGNA - Beaumont, TX

Full-time - Mid Level

Onsite - Beaumont, TX

51-100 employees

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Evening News Anchor/Multi-Skilled Journalist at TEGNA will play a pivotal role in delivering high-quality journalism and engaging storytelling to the Beaumont community. This position requires a dynamic presenter who can lead newscasts, produce compelling content, and effectively communicate during breaking news situations. The ideal candidate will also mentor other newsroom staff and collaborate with various team members to enhance the overall news product.

Responsibilities

• Anchor multiple evening newscasts.
• Creatively build and leverage external partnerships to forge new relationships and increase community impact.
• Generate unique and compelling stories and show ideas around topics impacting our community.
• Take a leadership role in newscast content and production.
• Represent 12News and its community-focused brand at station events, civic engagements, and other public appearances.
• Knowledge of rundown software to help producers/reporters when needed.
• Collaborate with producers, reporters, photojournalists, managers, and other team members.

Requirements

• At least 3 years of journalism experience, including regular opportunities to anchor newscasts.
• Strong on-camera delivery with the ability to ad-lib.
• Excellent, creative presentation and writing skills.
• Strong social media presence.
• Strong leadership qualities with prior experience in motivating, engaging, and recognizing team members on multiple projects.
• Passion for being involved in the community and the ability to build meaningful relationships.
• Innovative mindset that can challenge the status quo and bring forward new ideas to evolve both linear and digital content.
• The ability to coach and collaborate with teammates on content projects.
• Sound news judgment and a proven track record of producing enterprise content.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical plan options through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas.
• Access to dental and eye care coverage.
• Fertility, surrogacy, and adoption assistance.
• Disability and life insurance.
• 401(k) program with company matching contributions.
• Nine free virtual doctor's appointments with Teladoc.
• 12 free annual therapy sessions with Spring Health.
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) benefit and nine paid holidays per year.