Script Coverage Jobs in New Jersey (NOW HIRING)

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Job Description

SUMMARY:

Reporting to the News Director, the Anchor serves as the primary personality and host for all NJ PBS video-based news content. This individual presents news, conducts live and studio interviews, and contributes to editorial planning and script writing. The Anchor/Reporter contributes content to both NJ PBS' daily news broadcast and its digital platforms and will occasionally report stories from the field. The Anchor/Reporter brings authority, clarity, and authenticity to NJ PBS and is a key public-facing figure. The Anchor/Reporter exemplifies the station's commitment to serve all New Jerseyans with trustworthy public journalism.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Host news segments from the studio, including daily video-based news posts, the nightly newscast, live special event coverage, and news specials.

• Develop, write, and deliver news scripts with accuracy and clarity.

• Conduct in-studio and live remote interviews with newsmakers, officials, experts, contributors, and community members.

• Contribute to the booking of guests and interview subjects.

• Collaborate with producers on rundown structure and editorial focus.

• Participate in editorial meetings, pitch stories and ideas for coverage, and contribute to story selection.

• Represent NJ PBS at community events, public appearances, and industry functions.

• Contribute to social media content, including short-form video and social posts.

• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of New Jersey political, social, and community affairs across all 21 counties.

• Establish and maintain relationships with news sources, elected officials, community leaders, business leaders, and cultural leaders in New Jersey.

• Adhere to NJ PBS editorial standards and public media ethics guidelines.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Management retains the right to add or change job duties at any time.

QUALIFICATIONS:

REQUIRED:

• A Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in journalism, communications, broadcasting, or a related field.

• Minimum three years of professional experience working in media.

• Demonstrated on-camera broadcast experience, including live news anchoring or live news content production in a professional environment.

• Strong broadcast writing skills with ability to produce and deliver news scripts accurately under deadline.

• Flexibility to work varied hours, including early mornings, evenings and weekends for breaking news or special event coverage.

• Demonstrated ability in reporting and writing news stories for broadcast programs and digital platforms.

• Strong interpersonal skills

PREFERRED:

• A master's degree from an accredited institution.

• Experience at a public media or PBS-affiliated station.

• Knowledge of New Jersey political, civic, and community affairs.

• Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish.

PROCEDURE FOR CANDIDACY:
Applicants should include a resume and cover letter describing how their background, skills and education match the needs of the University. When applying, please take a moment to carefully read and follow the steps in the application instructions.

Salary Range

The position may also be eligible for comprehensive benefits, including health insurance, retirement plans, and tuition assistance. For further details, please visit:https://www.montclair.edu/human-resources/benefits/

Montclair State University considers factors such as, but not limited to, scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's relevant work experience, education, skills, and internal equity, when extending an offer.

Salary offers for internal employees who are part of a collective bargaining unit (CBU) and are applying to a position that is withina CBU will be determined in accordance with contractual provisions.

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For questions or concerns, please contact Human Resources' Workday Recruiting Support at 973-655-5000 (Option 2), or email talent@montclair.edu.

Inclusion Statement

Montclair State University values access and educational excellence. We are committed to an environment of diverse perspectives which ensures that graduates will be civically engaged, committed to democracy, and prepared to thrive as global citizens. We foster a community that promotes varied experiences and voices. We seek applicants who will contribute diverse ideas and perspectives and who value an environment that promotes educational growth and advancement for all.

EEO/AA Statement

Montclair State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action institution with a strong commitment to diversity.

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Montclair State is required by Title IX and 34 C.F.R. 106 not to discriminate on the basis of sex or gender, and does not discriminate on the basis of sex or gender in the operation of education programs and activities. The requirement to not discriminate on the basis of sex or gender in the operation of education programs and activities extends to admission and employment. For further details, please visit: https://www.montclair.edu/human-resources/job-seekers/