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WMTW, the ABC affiliate in Westbrook, Maine is looking for an Anchor/Reporter. The Anchor/Reporter is someone who can bring the energy of live reporting to our anchor desk. In addition to credibility, poise, and personality; you are an anchor who isn\'t afraid to head out into the field and break the big stories. You will enterprise exclusives, tell compelling stories, and complete live shots. You are someone who isn\'t afraid to ask the tough questions, will hold those in power accountable and help mentor producers and reporters. You will write and edit scripts with viewer interaction in mind. You are versatile, enterprising, and can work fast and efficient, and works well under tight deadlines, can develop sources, and has excellent live reporting skills. You will report to News Director.\ \ Responsibilities

Deliver scripted and ad-lib material with professionalism,

personality, and purpose.

Work with and guide reporters and producers in newscast production.

Plan, gathers and assembles stories on day-of news or special

project assignments.

Coordinate with news managers and producers to develop stories that

go beyond surface details, that accentuate unique enterprise angles, and have exclusive content

Develop a network of sources who provide tips, early access to

information, and allow the reporter to break stories of significance

Appear on behalf of the station at public events.

Will contribute pictures, video and text updates to mobile platforms

throughout the day

Work on different stories and projects at once and meeting all

deadlines

Summarize information into easy-to-understand components

Requirements

2+ years of anchor experience required

2+ years of reporting experience required

Your demo reel is indicative of your everyday work

Anchor that connects with viewers, in addition to reporting skills

Operate mobile transmission devices and use latest technology.

Can work in all weather conditions, work varied shifts, including

overnights and weekends and carry up to 50 pounds

Have a valid driver\'s license and a clear driving record

Have and exhibit unwavering journalistic integrity and ethical

standards

Can deal with the stresses and pressures of time-sensitive newscast

production

Related military experience will be considered

Value in Action\ \ At Hearst Television we tell stories every day. Stories about people of all backgrounds, perspectives, and identities. That\'s why, behind the scenes, we believe in being an organization that fosters collaboration and open communication, ensuring that the content we create is authentic, accurate and connected to the communities we serve.\ \ 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

Hearst Argyle Properties dba WMTW Broadcast Group

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