WBBM Newsradio Part-time News Anchor/Reporter

WBBM Newsradio Part-time News Anchor/Reporter. 

What You'll Do:

• Develop story ideas for coverage and collaborate and take direction from the desk.
• Gather information, conduct interviews and prepare stories for air.
• Operate a range of technical equipment, including audio control boards, analog and digital recording and playback machines.
• Study and become an expert on daily content changes.
• Evaluate new situations quickly and decide how best to obtain information while at the same time maintaining a fresh eye for detail.
• Anchors and reporters must stay up to date with local, national and international news developments.
• Other duties as assigned by the Manager.

More About You:

Required & Preferred:

QUALIFICATIONS:

• An extensive background in radio news, with strong on-air communication skills.
• Background as a reporter.
• Background as a strong writer.
• Successful anchors demonstrate an ability to think on their feet, ask probing questions, and deal with high-pressure situations with ease and grace.
• Vocal quality is very important.
• Curiosity and a natural rapport with people on all income and educational levels are important.
• Must develop story ideas for coverage as well as take directions from the desk.
• Must have the ability to gather information quickly, conduct interviews and prepare stories for air.
• Must be a team player.

MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• College graduate, preferably with a concentration in broadcast journalism and significant work in history,
• English and political science.
• Five years’ experience in radio broadcast news preferred.
• Additional experience as a reporter covering a variety of stories is preferred.

KNOWLEDGE & SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

• A warm, personable delivery is required, along with excellent diction and pronunciation.
• Ability to work under pressure and remain calm in confusing and uncertain situations.
• Strong writing skills are essential.
• Must have strong critical thinking skills and the ability to ask tough and insightful questions.
• Fluency with basic computer word processing is required.
• Ability to operate a range of technical equipment, including audio control boards, analog and digital recording and playback machines is required. Familiarity with established news practices and ethical standards is essential.
• Successful candidate will be expected to work a variety of shifts, which can include overnight, early morning, weekend, and holidays. 

INTERNAL/EXTERNAL RELATIONSHIPS:

• Reporter/Anchor must be able to work effectively with managers, producers, editors, writers, technicians and other anchors, while providing leadership during the daypart.
• They must be able to take direction and maintain trust in the support team behind the scenes.
• Outside the station, reporters/anchors are strongly identified with WBBM Newsradio and must always project a professional and polished image, including a strong interest in individuals and the community.
• This position functions on site at the studios and offices of WBBM Newsradio. 

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