Reporter/Anchor (Part-Time) - Atlanta Radio

Position Overview

95.5 WSB Radio Atlanta’s top news station has a rare opening for a talented reporter/anchor. This person joins an award-winning news team.

The right candidate is responsible for writing stories and anchoring newscasts three to four days a week. We are looking for a high-energy communicator with strong writing and storytelling skills to help engage a new generation of listeners. The job requires managing tight deadlines, working independently on copy and taking direction from an editor.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Write news stories that are clear, accurate and unbiased
• Deliver news copy on air with a conversational and engaging delivery
• Read and understand complex material and turn it into easily understood copy under deadline pressure
• Anchor live coverage of breaking news and/or special coverage
• Conduct live and/or taped interviews
• Ability to develop and effectively pitch story ideas
• Be consistently up to date on local, national and international stories
• Experience with news software like Newsboss or Burli
• Connect with listeners on social and digital platforms to promote the brand

Minimum Qualifications

• At least two years of anchoring experience is required
• Strong writing and editorial skills
• Ability to narrate, ad-lib and add value to live breaking news and severe weather coverage
• An idea-generating journalist with a positive attitude and a standout work ethic
• Minimum education of a bachelor’s degree in journalism or a related field
• Must be willing to work a schedule that includes holidays and non-traditional work hours
• Must have a valid driver’s license and clean driving record