Job: Traffic anchor
CHICAGO (WLS) -- ABC7/WLS, the ABC-Owned Television station in Chicago, IL has an opening for a traffic/breaking news anchor who will join the ABC 7 morning news team.
The ideal candidate will be a smart, dedicated, dynamic journalist familiar with the Chicago area who possesses superior presentation skills, the ability to multi-task and who thrives in a fast-paced, deadline environment. They should also be a team player and inclusive storyteller.
Responsibilities
- Gather and report the latest traffic and transit information during the station's M-F morning newscasts
- Prepare traffic graphics for presentation
- Own transportation beat, developing sources and enterprising transportation stories
- May present breaking news during morning daypart on linear and digital newscasts
- Report on other topics as determined by news management
- Connect with the community through various public appearances approved by station management
Basic Qualifications:
- Knowledge of Chicago-area roadways, transit lines and traffic patterns
- Superior on-camera presentation skills
- At least 5 years' experience anchoring/reporting in top 50 market
- Excellent writing and interviewing skills, solid news judgment and ethical decision-making skills
- Ability to organize developing information for presentation
- Ability to use social media for promotion and news gathering
Preferred Qualifications:
- Knowledge of Total Traffic graphics system
- Knowledge of and ability to shoot and edit video
Required Education:
Bachelor's degree required; journalism degree preferred
Additional Information:
- This position is covered under the Company's collective bargaining agreement with SAG-AFTRA.
- This role is considered on-site, which means the employee will work from a Company designated location on an ongoing basis.
- Reporting Location - Chicago, IL.
To apply, please log onto: https://jobs.disneycareers.com and search for Job ID: 10083477 or use the link: https://jobs.disneycareers.com/job/chicago/traffic-breaking-news-anchor-wls-tv/391/62773407952
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