Weekday Evening Anchor

WSLS 10, a Graham Media Group owned / NBC affiliated station in Roanoke, Virginia is seeking a dynamic and results oriented Television Anchor to join our award-winning News Team. Our state-of-the-art broadcast facility allows us to create new content opportunities for audiences across a broad range of digital platforms. And best of all, we’re located in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia - only a short drive to major metropolitan area.

Responsibilities:

We are looking for an experienced anchor with excellent news judgement, who will engage viewers on-air, online and through social media. Candidates should have strong live anchoring and reporting skills, and the ability to react to breaking news situations quickly – on the anchor desk and in the field. You must be a strong writer and a creative storyteller. You will be expected to report exclusive special assignment stories for key newscasts as needed. We are looking for an anchor who can form connections in the community and leverage those sources for coverage of important stories. This anchor will take on a leadership role in the newsroom, working closely with producers and reporters and serve as a mentor.

Qualifications:

• At least 3-5 years of successful anchoring & reporting in a television newsroom
• Ability to work well in a fast paced, high pressure, deadline driven environment
• College degree in Journalism/Communication preferred

To apply please submit your resume & completed application to:

Scott Flannigan, WSLS 10 News Director: sflannigan@wsls.com

No phone calls, please.

Any offer of employment is conditional upon the successful completion of a pre-employment drug screening, investigative background check, employment / education verifications and reference checks. You must hold a valid driver’s license and be insurable under VA. Law.

WSLS 10 is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In addition to complying with the requirements of federal law, WSLS 10 will comply with applicable state and local laws prohibiting employment discrimination.