WSET ABC 13 in beautiful Lynchburg, Virginia is seeking a dynamic full-time News Anchor for the area's #1 morning newscast" Good Morning Virginia." The person we are seeking to join our on-air team will bring a unique combination of journalistic and broadcasting skills. In this role, you will provide content for our local broadcast and digital platforms, as well as maintain a robust presence on WSET social media pages.

In addition to being an outstanding journalist with a great personality, you need to be a team leader. Our anchors participate in the planning of our newscasts and produce content regularly.  This position also co-produces and anchors the Monday- Friday Noon newscast.  A competitive passion to win and openness to innovation is mandatory! Our winning candidate will be someone who embraces social media and knows how to consistently engage with the audience. Collaboration is a big part of this role!  The expectation is that you will also get out from the anchor desk periodically to report on investigative or breaking news stories.

The ideal candidate will have:

• Strong Leadership skills


• Smooth/pleasant delivery


• Strong writing skills and news judgment


• Exemplary communication skills

Requirements and Qualifications:

• You must have at least 5 years of on-air experience


• Live commercial television experience is a must


• Strong "in-the-field and live" skills


• Exceptional written communications skills using a conversational writing style


• Strong editorial judgment and a proven ethical foundation

While applying online, please include a link to your online demo reel.

EEO AND INCLUSIVITY:

Sinclair is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and a drug free workplace. Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by virtue of an applicant's or employee's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.