NEWS ANCHOR/MMJ; W/END - WTAP
Listed on 2026-07-08
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Creative Arts/Media
Broadcasting, Journalism, TV / Film Production
Location: Parkersburg
Job Summary
WTAP is looking for a full‑time Anchor/MMJ for its weekend newscasts. The person we’re looking for will produce and anchor our weekend newscasts and shoot/report news three days during the M‑F week. Other duties include posting news, weather, and streaming video on our web channel. The person we’re looking for must be responsible, able to make decisions, be a self‑starter with lots of energy, and be able to work well with others in a small team environment.
Responsibilities- Producer/anchor evening newscasts & report on weekends
- Report as MMJ three days a week
- Shoot/edit daily content for newscasts and digital
- Operate TVU, conducting live shots from the field
- Generate story ideas and build local contacts
- Work a flexible schedule depending on news events
- Maintain strong journalistic ethics, news judgment, and decision‑making
- BS/BA in journalism, communications, or related field
- Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
- Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments, and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
- Strong professional social media skills
- Valid driver’s license and pass a driver’s record check
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