PT​/Temp Traffic Anchor, WTVF

Overview

WTVF, The E.W. Scripps CBS affiliate in Nashville, Tennessee is seeking a P/T Traffic Anchor who will prepare and deliver accurate traffic reports for the newscast.

• Anchor traffic in the newscast.
• Research, gather, write and develop news content for multiple platforms.
• May report live on location from various news events.
• 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.

• Bachelors degree in related discipline preferred or equivalent years of experience
• Generally, 3+ years on camera experience preferred

• Must connect on camera with a sense of urgency
• Ability to cultivate sources and mine 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
• Valid driver7s license, good driving record, and ability to provide proof of insurance with the company required insurance limits.

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