Paramount Pictures - New York, NY
posted 2 months ago
The AFTRA Network is seeking a dynamic and experienced part-time Anchor/In-House Reporter for CBS News Radio. This role is designed for a high-energy individual with a solid background in news reporting and anchoring. The ideal candidate will possess strong writing skills and sound news judgment, capable of delivering engaging and informative news segments. The position requires a conversational style and a creative storytelling approach to develop major national and international stories, while actively pursuing newsmakers to enhance the network's award-winning news brand. This role is critical in maintaining the quality and integrity of the news broadcast, especially during high-pressure situations such as breaking news. As an Anchor, you will be responsible for anchoring six-minute network radio newscasts once every hour, along with one-minute updates at the bottom of the hour. You will also be tasked with producing and recording news segments, gathering, writing, recording, editing, and delivering news content, and providing live coverage during breaking news events. The role involves interviewing newsmakers, writing scripts, and ad-libbing material for stories under tight deadlines. Additionally, you will be expected to develop and research potential news stories, make station appearances as required, and collaborate with sales and promotions departments to create sponsored news packages. This position requires flexibility, as it involves working weekends, holidays, and overnight hours.