Anchor/Reporter Job at WCYB/WEMT/CW4, Portland, OR

  • WCYB/WEMT/CW4
  • Portland, OR

Job Description

Job Title

We are looking for a dynamic, high-energy Anchor/Reporter to join our morning team.

Position Overview

This role is ideal for a take-charge journalist who thrives in a fast-paced, live environment and brings creativity, urgency, and strong editorial judgment to every broadcast.

Key Responsibilities
  • Serve as the primary Live Desk Anchor during our morning show, delivering breaking news and developing stories with clarity, accuracy, and urgency
  • Provide live updates and continuous coverage as stories evolve throughout the broadcast
  • Report and produce general assignment stories as needed
  • Step into the field as a live reporter as needed, delivering compelling, on-the-ground coverage
  • Anchor a one-hour daily ARC (Authentic, Relevant, Community) program following the morning show, focusing on meaningful community-driven content
  • Collaborate with producers and newsroom leadership to develop fresh, engaging content and segments
  • Contribute innovative ideas to enhance the overall morning show experience
Digital & Social Expectations
  • Actively engage with audiences across digital and social platforms
  • Create and contribute content that aligns with current social media trends
  • Demonstrate strong digital storytelling skills, including writing for web and posting video content
  • Help grow audience engagement through creative, platform-specific strategies
Qualifications
  • Proven experience in live anchoring, reporting, or a similar on-air role
  • Strong breaking news instincts and the ability to ad-lib confidently in live situations
  • Versatility to handle both in-studio and field reporting assignments
  • Excellent storytelling, writing, and communication skills
  • A strong understanding of digital platforms and audience engagement strategies
  • Energetic, self-motivated, and collaborative mindset
  • Passion for community-focused journalism
What We're Looking For
  • A high-energy, idea-driven journalist who isn't afraid to lead
  • Someone who thrives under pressure and excels in unscripted, live moments
  • A team player who brings creativity, accountability, and a strong work ethic every day

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.

Sinclair, Inc. (Nasdaq: SBGI) is a diversified media company and a leading provider of local news and sports. The Company owns, operates and/or provides services to 178 television stations in 81 markets affiliated with all major broadcast networks; owns Tennis Channel, the premium destination for tennis enthusiasts; multicast networks CHARGE, Comet, ROAR and The Nest. Sinclair's AMP Media produces a growing portfolio of digital content and original podcasts. Additional information about Sinclair can be found at

The life-blood of our organization is our people. We have a compelling story, a goal-oriented culture, and we take really good care of people. How good? Here is a glimpse: great benefits, open-door policy, upward mobility and a strong desire to see you succeed. Ready to be part of a winning team? Let's talk.

Job Tags

Local area, Day shift

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