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#617 News Anchor

WWAY

LELAND, NC

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JOB DETAILS
JOB TYPE
Full-time
SKILLS
Background Investigation, Broadcast Journalism, Broadcasting, Communication Skills, Digital Media, Driver's License, Editorials, Journalism, Leadership, Mentoring, News Reporting, Newsroom, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Product Demonstration, Proofreading, Reporting Skills, Scripting (Scripting Languages), Social Media, Storytelling, Television News, Writing Skills
LOCATION
LELAND, NC
POSTED
9 days ago



NOTIFICATION OF JOB OPENING


TO:  Community Contacts                                                             DATE: June 26, 2026

JOB TITLE: News Anchor/MMJ

JOB REFERAL #: 617
               
EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS NECESSARY:WWAY, the ABC, CBS and CW affiliate serving beautiful coastal southeastern North Carolina, is looking for an experienced, dynamic evening News Anchor to join our award-winning news team.


We're seeking a journalist who is more than just a presenter. The ideal candidate is a strong storyteller with solid news judgment and a passion for connecting with viewers across broadcast, digital, and social media platforms. You'll join an experienced anchor team and play a key role in delivering impactful local journalism each day.

Responsibilities include:
  • Anchor evening newscasts with professionalism, credibility, and personality
  • Shoot, write, and edit franchise packages
  • Deliver live reports during breaking news and severe weather coverage
  • Write and proofread scripts to ensure accuracy, clarity, and strong storytelling
  • Collaborate with producers, reporters, and newsroom leadership to produce compelling newscasts
  • Help mentor and encourage less-experienced newsroom staff
  • Create and post engaging content for digital and social media platforms
  • Represent WWAY at community events and public appearances
     
Qualifications:
  • Previous professional television news anchoring and reporting experience required
  • Strong live reporting and ad-lib skills
  • Excellent writing, editorial judgment, and communication skills
  • Active and engaging presence on social media
  • Experience with newsroom systems such as ENPS is a plus
  • Valid driver's license with a clean driving record required


OTHER INFORMATION

Email demo reel and resume to General Manager Abbey Brink,

abrink@wwaytv3.com



NO TELEPHONE CALLS PLEASE. Include above reference number and where you saw the job posted. We utilize DMV and criminal background checks as a condition of employment.

It is the policy of WWAY-TV, LLC that employment shall be based on merit, qualification and competence. Employment practice shall not be influenced or affected by virtue of an applicant’s or an employee’s race, age, sex, religion, color, national origin or disability.  Females and minorities are encouraged to apply.
 

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