Managing Editor/Anchor

WBKB seeks a Managing Editor who is passionate about serving their community through accurate, timely, and engaging reporting.

Our journalists are a part of the community. The successful candidate should be prepared to take an active role in news gathering every day across all screens and platforms. This multimedia journalist must maintain a friendly and authoritative on-air persona, exhibit urgency every day, particularly during breaking news, and have a high level of engagement on all social media platforms.

We are looking for someone who can shoot, write, edit, and showcase stories effectively. You will be responsible for the look and feel of your stories, including identifying opportunities to expand on them effectively.

You must be ready to be involved in the fantastic Northern Michigan communities. We are a public service to them. It is up to us to provide a fair and accurate representation of all people.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Broadcast Journalism, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience.

Skills

Manage day-to-day local news operations from a content perspective.

Present news stories and other content for all platforms clearly and concisely.

Shoot, write, edit, and craft stories in a timely manner.

Work with multi-media journalists to develop their skillset in all aspects of broadcast news.

Work with management to enterprise and develop stories daily.

Evaluate news leads and tips to develop story ideas.

Build a network of sources who supply information that allows the station to stay ahead of its competitors.

Demonstrate compelling storytelling using dynamic live shots, stand-ups, creative graphics, and digital and social media platforms.

Assist in writing, copy editing, researching, and coordinating news programming and other content.

Participate in promotional activities, including public appearances and community volunteer opportunities.

Perform special projects and other duties as assigned

We are an equal opportunity employer