Traffic / Breaking News Anchor

Local News Traffic Anchor Reporter

WYFF 4, the NBC affiliate in Greenville, SC, is now hiring a Traffic/Breaking News Anchor. We need a good storyteller who has excellent on-air presence and engagement skills. We want someone who can captivate our viewers on social media and a journalist who will grow this position. 

Responsibilities

• Prepare morning report with dynamic graphics
• News gather for traffic reports
• Provide concise live traffic reports for morning show and, as needed, evening shows
• Research and report up-to-the-minute traffic conditions
• Communicate important traffic information to the show producers and show anchors promptly
• Make sure that corresponding graphics, video and live shots are used accurately
• Communicate morning traffic information to viewers through digital platforms including our station website, mobile app, and social media pages
• Produce transportation related stories and present traffic information i the field
• Produce and Anchor breaking news updates through the morning newscast, at the direction of news management 

Requirements

• Professional or college experience as a journalist and storyteller in a commercial television station
• Experience using traffic systems preferred
• Suited to ad-lib in breaking news situations
• Clear speech, basic knowledge of how to use a computer and basic knowledge of social media
• Familiar with street and highway names and directions; quick to learn
• Must be creative and work well with others
• Related military experience will be considered

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• Medical | Dental | Vision
• 401(k) matching
• Emotional Wellness Support
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• LGBTQ+ Health Services
• Additional benefits to meet your and your family's needs

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