Anchor/MMJ (weekends)

WINK News, the trusted news leader in Southwest Florida, is looking for a dynamic and engaging Anchor/MMJ to join our weekend newscast. This is a rare opportunity to be part of a team that sets the day's news agenda for a passionate and growing audience. What We’re Looking For: A strong, authoritative, and personable anchor who thrives in a fast‑paced live environment The ability to speak with confidence and clarity on breaking news, developing stories, and live interviews Agile and adaptable, able to pivot seamlessly between serious breaking news and engaging morning‑show elements A strong writer and storyteller who collaborates with producers, reporters, and the digital team to create compelling content across all platforms A team player who accentuates and enhances the strengths of our two primary morning anchors, bringing additional depth and energy to the newscast Candidate must have a proven track record of strong storytelling skills, source‑building, enterprise reporting, digging and handling breaking news Excellent time management skills are a must Ability to perform live shots Has the ability to function as an MMJ Work cooperatively with videographer if assigned Key Responsibilities: Engage with viewers in an authentic and relatable way, both on‑air and across digital platforms Provide live breaking news coverage, including severe weather and major events Represent WINK News at community events and maintain a strong connection with the Southwest Florida audience The MMJ will work with assignment editors, producers and news leadership to report on breaking news, enterprise stories and highly promotable news content specific to the region assigned Report news stories for broadcast, describing the background and details of events Arrange interviews with people who can provide information about stories Review copy and correct errors in content, grammar, and punctuation, following prescribed editorial style and formatting guidelines Research and analyze background information related to news stories to be able to provide complete and accurate information Pitch stories to news managers and news producers which are relevant to the local community Revise work to meet editorial approval or to fit time requirements Shoot and edit news events and news reports Ensure that all content meets company standards for journalistic integrity and production quality Write stories for the web and other digital platforms Interact with viewers/users on social media sites Perform special projects and other duties as assigned Willingness to work nonconventional hours including early mornings, evenings and weekends Additional Requirements: Must be able to carry and set up ENG equipment often weighing 50 lbs Superior on‑air presence Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously Ability to shoot broadcast‑quality video, edit and feed content back to the station Qualifications: Minimum 2 years of on‑air reporting and/or anchoring experience in a newsroom preferred Strong ad‑libbing skills and the ability to deliver news with authority and warmth Willingness to learn and effectively use interactive display technology during broadcasts Physical Requirements: Ability to sit or work at a computer for extended periods Clear verbal and written communication in person, by phone, and via video Operate standard office and recording equipment Travel, including local driving to field locations or meetings Navigate indoor and outdoor environments as needed for reporting Able to lift up to 50 pounds Visual and auditory ability to conduct interviews and review content Benefits Health, Dental, Vision Insurance, and HSA 1st of the month after 30 days of employment Subject to plan terms Eligibility for company‑paid benefits such as life insurance & EAP and employee‑paid benefits such as short‑term disability PTO – Earned on Accrual Basis Company‑Paid Holidays 401(k) Broadcast Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer and we are a drug‑free and smoke‑free environment. #J-18808-Ljbffr