Job Description:

WLEX, the NBC affiliate owned by The E.W. Scripps Company in Lexington, KY is looking for a talented and enterprising Anchor / Multimedia Journalist. The Anchor / MMJ will research, pitch, and fully cover stories that make a difference in the region. The right candidate will strive to break stories and lead the market. This is not an entry-level position. Come join an exceptional news team with supportive leadership. Apply today!

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

• Gather unbiased content affecting the community.




• Write story content, edit and review video, and prepare story items for presentation across multiple platforms.




• Work with newsroom employees and personal sources to develop engaging, accurate, and ethical newscasts.




• Deliver news in a smooth, conversational, approachable, yet authoritative tone.




• Anchor multiple reports from breaking news to investigative reporting.




• Organize and set up interviews and video shoots.




• Take part in station and independent community service events and activities.




• Follow the Scripps Journalism Ethics Guidelines.




• Engage viewers via social media on a daily basis.




• Perform other duties as assigned.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED:

• Bachelor’s degree in related discipline is preferred or equivalent years of experience




• Generally, 3+ years anchor/reporting experience in related field preferred

WHAT YOU'LL BRING:

• Strong broadcast and digital writing skills




• Ability to communicate effectively




• Basic computer skills required




• Strong organizational skills




• Knowledge of local, regional, and national news




• Work well under pressure and at a fast pace




• Working knowledge of all social media platforms




• Flexible work hours may be required




• Ability to lift and carry at least 50-pounds

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ABOUT SCRIPPS:

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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