Job Description:

WXMI, the FOX affiliate owned by The E.W. Scripps Company in Grand Rapids, Michigan, is searching for a Weekend Morning Anchor / Multimedia Journalist. The right candidate will solo anchor Saturday and Sunday mornings from 5 - 9am. The Weekend Morning Anchor / MMJ is also responsible for researching, writing, capturing visual content, and editing stories for multiple platforms. This is an award-winning newsroom with great leadership and a strong team of journalists. Grand Rapids is a beautiful part of Michigan with a lake shore and thriving downtown. It provides the perfect combination of the big city and sandy beaches, with sparkling sunsets. The region has a thriving economy based on major manufacturers, health care, and the automobile and aviation industries. Looking for a hopping arts scene and great restaurants? You’ll find it all in Grand Rapids. Join the FOX 17 team! Apply now!

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

• Anchor the newscast.




• Research, gather, write, and develop news content for multiple platforms.




• Report live on location from various news events, when assigned.




• Perform various community service activities for station, including performing as master of ceremonies for public service events and as host/hostess for station events.




• Perform other duties as needed and assigned.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED:

• Bachelors degree in related discipline preferred or equivalent years of experience




• Generally, 3+ years on camera experience preferred.

WHAT YOU'LL BRING:

• Must connect on camera with a sense of urgency




• Ability to cultivate sources and mine for stories




• Knowledge of newsroom computers and computer databases strongly preferred




• Must demonstrate strong news judgment and organizational skills




• Must have keen sense of logistics and ability to work well under intense pressure and deadlines




• Must have good creative and editorial judgment, mastery of journalistic ethics, and libel law




• Must be able to speak clearly and concisely




• Must be able to lift up to 50-pounds




• Valid driver's license, good driving record, and ability to provide proof of insurance with the company required insurance limits.

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The E.W. Scripps Company (NASDAQ: SSP) is a diversified media company focused on creating a better-informed world. As one of the nation’s largest local TV broadcasters, Scripps serves communities with quality, objective local journalism and operates a portfolio of more than 60 stations in 40+ markets. Scripps reaches households across the U.S. with national news outlets Scripps News and Court TV and popular entertainment brands ION, Bounce, Defy TV, Grit, ION Mystery and Laff. Scripps is the nation’s largest holder of broadcast spectrum. Scripps is the longtime steward of the Scripps National Spelling Bee. Founded in 1878, Scripps’ long-time motto is: “Give light and the people will find their own way.”

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