Jacksonville TV-WFOX
Traffic Anchor/Reporter - WFOX TV
Jacksonville TV-WFOX, Jacksonville, Florida, United States, 32290
Job Title:
Traffic Anchor/Reporter - WFOX TV
Position Overview CBX47/FOX30 Action News Jax is looking for its next Traffic Anchor/Reporter in sunny Jacksonville, Florida. The job involves anchoring traffic 5 days a week and enterprise reporting 2 days a week. Candidates should have anchoring experience with traffic anchoring preferred. Our morning anchors are newsroom leaders who help mentor and grow producers. We are looking for a self‑starter who works well under tight deadlines and can also dig up transportation/traffic stories.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Ability to narrate, ad‑lib and add value to live breaking news coverage
Write news stories that are clear, accurate and unbiased
Ability to cover live events for all platforms, including live breaking news and station initiatives
Thorough understanding of social media and demonstrated ability to move audience between all platforms
Curiosity that drives an understanding of current events
Demonstrate consistently high proficiency with the necessary technical, writing, and presentation skills for television broadcasts
Strong writing and editorial skills required
Appear on behalf of the station at public events
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree preferred or equivalent work experience
Reporting experience (2–3 years preferred)
Valid driver’s license and a clear driving record
Ability to work varied shifts, including overnights and weekends
Can deal with the stress of pressures of time‑sensitive newscast production
Preferred Qualifications
Traffic or anchoring experience (1–2 years preferred)
About Cox Media Group CMG Media Corporation (d/b/a Cox Media Group) is an industry‑leading media company with unparalleled brands, award‑winning content, and exceptional team members. CMG provides valuable local and national journalism and entertainment content to the people and communities it serves. The company's businesses encompass 14 high‑quality, market‑leading television brands in 9 markets; 45 top‑performing radio stations delivering multiple genres of content in 9 markets; and numerous streaming and digital platforms. CMG’s TV portfolio includes multiple primary affiliates of ABC, CBS, FOX, NBC, Telemundo and MyNetworkTV, as well as several valuable news and independent stations. For more information about CMG, visit www.coxmediagroup.com.
CMG is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
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Traffic Anchor/Reporter - WFOX TV
Position Overview CBX47/FOX30 Action News Jax is looking for its next Traffic Anchor/Reporter in sunny Jacksonville, Florida. The job involves anchoring traffic 5 days a week and enterprise reporting 2 days a week. Candidates should have anchoring experience with traffic anchoring preferred. Our morning anchors are newsroom leaders who help mentor and grow producers. We are looking for a self‑starter who works well under tight deadlines and can also dig up transportation/traffic stories.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Ability to narrate, ad‑lib and add value to live breaking news coverage
Write news stories that are clear, accurate and unbiased
Ability to cover live events for all platforms, including live breaking news and station initiatives
Thorough understanding of social media and demonstrated ability to move audience between all platforms
Curiosity that drives an understanding of current events
Demonstrate consistently high proficiency with the necessary technical, writing, and presentation skills for television broadcasts
Strong writing and editorial skills required
Appear on behalf of the station at public events
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree preferred or equivalent work experience
Reporting experience (2–3 years preferred)
Valid driver’s license and a clear driving record
Ability to work varied shifts, including overnights and weekends
Can deal with the stress of pressures of time‑sensitive newscast production
Preferred Qualifications
Traffic or anchoring experience (1–2 years preferred)
About Cox Media Group CMG Media Corporation (d/b/a Cox Media Group) is an industry‑leading media company with unparalleled brands, award‑winning content, and exceptional team members. CMG provides valuable local and national journalism and entertainment content to the people and communities it serves. The company's businesses encompass 14 high‑quality, market‑leading television brands in 9 markets; 45 top‑performing radio stations delivering multiple genres of content in 9 markets; and numerous streaming and digital platforms. CMG’s TV portfolio includes multiple primary affiliates of ABC, CBS, FOX, NBC, Telemundo and MyNetworkTV, as well as several valuable news and independent stations. For more information about CMG, visit www.coxmediagroup.com.
CMG is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
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