Breaking News/Traffic Reporter

WDSU, the NBC affiliate in New Orleans, LA is now hiring a Breaking News/Traffic Anchor-Reporter. We need a creative storyteller who has excellent on-air presence and excellent communication skills. The ideal candidate will also have strong reporting skills and be comfortable covering breaking news on-air and in the field. We want someone who can interact with our viewers on social media and a journalist who will grow this position. You will report to the News Director.

Job Responsibilities:   

• Work with producers to identify the big, breaking stories each morning to front on-air and give perspective/context 
• Ability to report in the field on breaking news/traffic as needed
• Prepare morning traffic report graphics 
• News gather for traffic reports 
• Provide clear and concise live traffic reports for morning show and evening shows 
• Research and report up-to-the-minute traffic conditions  
• Communicate that information to the show producers and show anchors in a timely manner
• Make sure that corresponding graphics, video and live shots are used appropriately
• Communicate morning traffic information to viewers via digital platforms including our station website, mobile app, and social media pages 
• Maintaining a traffic live wire through the end of the shift
• Report in the field after AM shows to cover daily and breaking news as needed daily
• Fill-in anchor as needed

Requirements: 

• Looking for 1-2 years as journalist and storyteller in a commercial television station
• Equivalent military experience will be considered     
• Knowledge and experience with the station’s traffic system
• Must be a self-starter and able to ad lib in breaking news situations
• Must speak clearly, have basic knowledge of how to use a computer and basic knowledge of social media outlets
• Must be familiar with street and highway names and directions 
• Must have strong reporting skills in the field to include breaking news experience
• Equivalent military training from Defense Information School (DINFOS) and associated experience will be considered

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Benefits

Hearst's benefit programs are modern, flexible and designed to focus on you. As a Hearst employee, you and your spouse or partner or dependents would have access to the following benefits.

• 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