Description
Present and moderate live and recorded newscasts across television, radio, and digital platforms; research, write, and edit scripts; conduct interviews; coordinate with producers and correspondents; verify facts; and lead accurate, timely coverage during breaking news.
- • Anchor live and recorded newscasts across TV, radio, and digital platforms.
- • Write and revise on-air scripts, teases, and headlines.
- • Deliver scripts via teleprompter and ad-lib effectively when needed.
- • Lead breaking news coverage, providing continuous, accurate updates.
- • Collaborate with producers to build rundowns and prioritize stories.
- • Analyze incoming feeds, wires, and alerts to add context and clarity.
- • Research background information and verify facts and pronunciations.
- • Conduct live and taped interviews in studio or remotely.
- • Introduce reporter packages and live shots, and manage tosses and returns.
- • Coordinate transitions with reporters, meteorologists, and sports anchors.
- • Work with editors and the news director to align editorial priorities.
- • Review scripts, graphics, and video for accuracy, tone, and timing.
- • Adapt copy to meet timing, format, and style guidelines.
- • Cue segments, guests, and commercial breaks with the control room via IFB.
- • Anchor from the field or remote locations using live transmission tools.
- • Prepare questions, talking points, and follow-ups for interviews.
- • Pitch story ideas and enterprise angles for future coverage.
- • Record promos, topicals, and voiceovers for newscasts and specials.
- • Write or approve companion web and social posts for segments.
- • Engage with viewers on-air and via station platforms professionally.
- • Maintain impartial delivery and comply with legal and ethical standards.
- • Monitor developing stories and update scripts throughout the show.
- • Participate in editorial meetings, briefings, and rehearsals.
- • Collaborate on segment framing, sequencing, and pacing within the rundown.
- • Provide real-time guidance to correspondents during live coverage.
- • Review pronunciation guides, maps, and reference materials as needed.
- • Mentor junior talent or fill in across dayparts as assigned.
- • Represent the station at community events or public appearances.
- • Follow wardrobe, makeup, and on-air appearance standards.
- • Manage show timing to hit hard outs and live elements.
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Last reviewed: Jan 2026
