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Anchor

Montclair, NJ

Sponsorship not specified$95k-$110kDetected 14 days ago
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About the role

  • Note: If you have an expansive CV, we recommend that you apply manually and only include the positions you have held in the last ten (10) years.
  • You will then be able to attach your Resume/CV, as well as all other supporting documentation in the "My Experience" section of your application.
  • Job Description SUMMARY: Reporting to the News Director, the Anchor serves as the primary personality and host for all NJ PBS video-based news content.

Responsibilities

  • Develop, write, and deliver news scripts with accuracy and clarity.
  • Collaborate with producers on rundown structure and editorial focus.
  • Maintain up-to-date knowledge of New Jersey political, social, and community affairs across all 21 counties.
  • Establish and maintain relationships with news sources, elected officials, community leaders, business leaders, and cultural leaders in New Jersey.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
  • For questions or concerns, please contact Human Resources' Workday Recruiting Support at 973-655-5000 (Option 2), or email talent@montclair.edu.

Requirements

  • A Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in journalism, communications, broadcasting, or a related field.
  • Demonstrated on-camera broadcast experience, including live news anchoring or live news content production in a professional environment.
  • A master's degree from an accredited institution.
  • Experience at a public media or PBS-affiliated station.
  • Knowledge of New Jersey political, civic, and community affairs.
  • Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish.
  • Minimum three years of professional experience working in media.
  • Strong broadcast writing skills with ability to produce and deliver news scripts accurately under deadline.
  • Flexibility to work varied hours, including early mornings, evenings and weekends for breaking news or special event coverage.
  • Demonstrated ability in reporting and writing news stories for broadcast programs and digital platforms.
  • Strong interpersonal skills

Compensation

  • $95,000.00-$110,000.00 Annually The position may also be eligible for comprehensive benefits, including health insurance, retirement plans, and tuition assistance. For further details, please visit: https://www.montclair.edu/human-resources/benefits/
  • Salary offers for internal employees who are part of a collective bargaining unit (CBU) and are applying to a position that is within a CBU will be determined in accordance with contractual provisions.

Benefits

  • https://www.montclair.edu/human-resources/benefits/
  • Montclair State University considers factors such as, but not limited to, scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's relevant work experience, education, skills, and internal equity, when extending an offer.
  • Host news segments from the studio, including daily video-based news posts, the nightly newscast, live special event coverage, and news specials.
  • Participate in editorial meetings, pitch stories and ideas for coverage, and contribute to story selection.
  • Montclair State University values access and educational excellence.
  • The contact information, work experience, and education listed on your Resume/CV will be parsed and input into your Montclair application.

Equal opportunity

  • EEO/AA Statement
  • Montclair State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action institution with a strong commitment to diversity.

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