Traffic/Breaking News Anchor, WLS-TV

ABC7/WLS, the ABC-Owned Television station in Chicago, IL has an opening for a traffic/breaking news anchor who will join the ABC 7 morning news team. The ideal candidate will be a smart, dedicated, dynamic journalist familiar with the Chicago area who possesses superior presentation skills, the ability to multi-task and who thrives in a fast-paced, deadline environment. They should also be a team player and inclusive storyteller.

Responsibilities:

• Gather and report the latest traffic and transit information during the station's M-F morning newscasts

• Prepare traffic graphics for presentation

• Own transportation beat, developing sources and enterprising transportation stories

• May present breaking news during morning daypart on linear and digital newscasts

• Report on other topics as determined by news management

• Connect with the community through various public appearances approved by station management

Basic Qualifications:

• Knowledge of Chicago-area roadways, transit lines and traffic patterns

• Superior on-camera presentation skills

• At least 5 years' experience anchoring/reporting in top 50 market

• Excellent writing and interviewing skills, solid news judgment and ethical decision-making skills

• Ability to organize developing information for presentation

• Ability to use social media for promotion and news gathering

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of Total Traffic graphics system

• Knowledge of and ability to shoot and edit video

Required Education:

• Bachelor's degree required; journalism degree preferred

Additional Information:

This role is represented by SAG-AFTRA. It is an on-site role, which means the employee will work from a Company-designated location on an on-going basis.

Job ID: 10083477

Location: Chicago,Illinois

Job Posting Company: Disney Entertainment Television

The Walt Disney Company is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. Disney fosters a business culture where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a rapidly changing world.