Posted Date
4/16/2025
Description
<p><strong>Morning Reporter/Fill-In Anchor – Job#P458</strong></p>
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<p><strong>Location:</strong> WFMZ-TV, Allentown, PA<br />
<strong>Position Type:</strong> Full-Time</p>
<p><strong>About Us:</strong></p>
<p>WFMZ-TV serves as the go-to source for news, weather, and community information for Eastern Pennsylvania and Western New Jersey. With a commitment to delivering impactful storytelling and breaking news, we aim to keep our diverse audience informed and engaged.</p>
<p><strong>Position Overview:</strong></p>
<p>WFMZ-TV is seeking a dynamic and versatile <strong>Morning Reporter/Fill-In Anchor</strong> to join our award-winning team. The ideal candidate is a motivated journalist with a passion for storytelling, live reporting, and anchoring. This role requires someone who thrives in the fast-paced world of morning news and can deliver engaging content on-air and online.</p>
<p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p>
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<li>Serve as a live reporter for the WFMZ morning newscast, delivering breaking news, feature stories, and enterprise reporting.</li>
<li>Act as a fill-in anchor for the morning desk when needed, showcasing strong delivery, credibility, and professionalism.</li>
<li>Develop and pitch original story ideas that resonate with our diverse audience.</li>
<li>Conduct interviews, research topics thoroughly, and write clear, compelling scripts for broadcast and digital platforms.</li>
<li>Collaborate with producers, photographers, and editors to deliver high-quality segments.</li>
<li>Stay updated on local and national news trends to ensure timely and relevant coverage.</li>
<li>Engage with the community and viewers through social media, appearances, and events.</li>
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<p><strong>Qualifications:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Communications, or a related field.</li>
<li>Minimum of 2 years of on-air reporting and/or anchoring experience, preferably in a morning or live-news environment.</li>
<li>Exceptional on-air presentation and storytelling skills.</li>
<li>Strong editorial judgment and the ability to handle breaking news under tight deadlines.</li>
<li>Proficient in digital content creation and social media engagement.</li>
<li>Ability to connect with a diverse audience and cover a wide range of topics, from hard news to human-interest stories.</li>
<li>Team player with excellent communication and collaboration skills.</li>
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<p><strong>Why Join Us?</strong></p>
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<li>Opportunity to work with a dedicated and supportive news team.</li>
<li>Access to state-of-the-art facilities and resources.</li>
<li>A chance to grow and develop your journalism career in a respected news market.</li>
<li>Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.</li>
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<p><strong>How to Apply:</strong></p>
<p>Interested candidates should submit a resume, cover letter, and links to on-air samples (reporting and anchoring) to <a href="mailto:reporterjob@wfmz.com">reporterjob@wfmz.com</a>. Applications without video samples will not be considered. Please mention Job #P458 in all correspondence.</p>
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<p><strong>Deadline:</strong></p>
<p>Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Apply early to be considered for this exciting opportunity.</p>
<p>WFMZ-TV is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.</p>
<p><strong>Join WFMZ and be part of a team that keeps our community informed and connected every morning!</strong></p>