Presenter (Show Host

Job Description :
Position:
Presenter (Show Host)

Location:

Dallas TX Type:
In office

News
24 is the new brand name for Sky News Australia. After 30 years as an innovator in the news industry, the network has adopted a new brand name and is expanding its world-leading news and commentary digital strategy. As one of the top 10 most viewed English-language news channels in the world on You Tube, this new role is a unique opportunity to join an established news brand with global reach which also has the agility, dynamism and ambition of a startup brand.

As a News
24 US Presenter, based in the USA, you will be the lead voice and face hosting a daily opinion show tackling major global issues, international politics, and current affairs across News
24s broadcast and digital platforms.

You bring a sharp editorial vision, high-energy on- screen authority, and the ability to command a fast-paced broadcast environment. Candidates must have extensive on-camera broadcasting experience, a fearless approach to opinion-led commentary, and a sophisticated understanding of global news and modern digital publishing strategies.

Reports to:

News
24 US Executive Producer

• Host a Daily Opinion Show:
  Drive and anchor a daily flagship opinion show focused on global affairs, international politics, and breaking news, establishing a strong, agenda-setting presence.
• Editorial Leadership:
  Work closely with your production team and Executive Producer to pitch bold angles, refine show rundowns, and construct compelling monologues that drive ratings and spark debate.
• High-Impact Interviewing:
  Conduct sharp, insightful, and fearless interviews with high-profile guests.
• Content Generation:
  Write and deliver sharp on-air editorial commentary, scripts, and collaborate with the digital producing team.
• Live Control Room
  
  Collaboration:
  
  Command the studio during live broadcasts, communicating effectively with control room producers, technical directors, and field reporters during high-pressure or breaking news situations.
• Digital Integration:
  Partner with digital teams to adapt key show segments, monologues, and digital-first clips to maximize audience reach across News
  24’s online platforms.
• Compliance & Standards:
  Ensure all show content meets News
  24’s quality control standards, adheres to relevant legal parameters, and strictly complies with broadcasting codes.

• Proven track record as a broadcast television host, anchor, or presenter with extensive experience in live broadcasting.
• Deep, authoritative knowledge of global politics, current affairs, and major world events.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with the gravitas to challenge guests from politicians to business leaders and foreign correspondents.
• Strong writing ability, capable of crafting punchy monologues, sharp questions, and engaging script copy under strict deadline pressure.
• Familiarity with newsroom workflows and rundown systems (such as ENPS) is ideal, alongside a strong understanding of control room dynamics.
• Highly adaptable, resilient under live breaking news pressure, and maintaining a collaborative approach with producers and technical crews.
• In-office presence required, with flexibility around working hours to adapt to shifting global news cycles and show demands.
• Thorough knowledge of News
  24 products, editorial tone, and brand values.
• Strong working knowledge of media law, defamation, and broadcasting codes.
• Must have a very good knowledge of global politics and current affairs, and a good understanding of news events occurring elsewhere in the world.
• Take a hands-on approach to story selection, research, and script writing with the ability to plan highly viral online segments, react in real-time to breaking news, and conduct sharp interviews with guests.
• Must be able to work under pressure to meet deadlines, while maintaining a positive attitude.
• Must be willing to learn and adapt to new working practices and contribute to new programs.
• Ability to work independently when required and to carry out assignments that are not part of the day-to-day routine.

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