About the position Do you want to deliver captivating newscasts that inform and empower local communities? Apply to be an Anchor at Spectrum News. Part of Charter Communications, Spectrum News is made up of over 30 hyper-local news and regional sports networks dedicated to producing original, unbiased, and high-quality content. We use innovative journalistic approaches, backed by comprehensive research, to engage and inform viewers on the most essential news, issues, and events taking place in their communities. Beyond TV news distribution, our newsrooms publish via the Spectrum News app and connected television. We’re committed to providing viewers with 24-hour news—no matter how, when, and where they want it. Check out all the ways we share news on the Spectrum News Mobile App.

Responsibilities

• Connect audiences with the stories that matter to their daily lives
• Strike a balance between anchoring and behind-the-scenes editorial leadership
• Set a positive newsroom culture
• Tell stories across platforms including TV, connected television, and digital
• Play an active role in editorial discussions and decisions
• Play a critical role on a collaborative team that creates compelling, timely, and accurate content intended to engage and connect with viewers across traditional and digital platforms.

Requirements

• Television news anchoring - 5-7 years
• Bachelor’s degree in Broadcast Journalism or related field or comparable television work experience
• Experience in live shooting and editing news
• Excellent on-air camera skills
• Ability to work under pressure
• Leadership skills
• Capable of managing multiple priorities
• Proactive problem-solver
• Lifting and carrying up to 30 pounds
• Must be open to travel to discover the important stories in your neighborhood and willing to interact with the community
• Able to work different shifts or longer shifts due to "breaking news" and severe weather emergencies
• Able to work weekends and holidays

Nice-to-haves

• Experience working in a 24-hour news channel