Job Description

Altice USA is a cutting-edge communications, media, and tech company. We connect people to what matters most to them; texting with friends, advertising that resonates, or binge watching their favorite show. Our differentiated approach centers around technologies that push the envelope and deliver the ultimate customer experience. We're building a workforce that attracts and retains the best talent, not only to meet the needs of our customers, but that also reflects the diverse communities we serve. We're not the only ones who have seen it; we've recently been recognized by Forbes as one of America's Best Employers as well as by the Human Rights Campaign, DiversityInc Magazine, and Cablefax for our diversity & inclusion program.

In June 2019, Cheddar was acquired by Altice USA, which grew Cheddar's news family to include News12 and i24 as well as introduce a new portfolio of ad products. While our culture remains start-up in feel, the opportunity for success is now even greater.

Responsibilities

We're looking for a creative, driven and experienced anchor for Cheddar News. The right candidate has a sophisticated knowledge of business and general news paired with a broad cultural awareness, and an instinct for what's trending.This person connects with viewers, demonstrating credibility, authority and broad based knowledge. The News Anchor will assist in the writing, copy editing, researching and coordinating of news programming and other content presentation. They must develop sources, maintain contacts and pursue leads that result in original stories. The New Anchor maintains a deep level of familiarity with economic, financial and business issues, newsmakers, and current events; will act as field reporter as assigned as well as respond to breaking news and other urgent newsroom situations as required. The position is responsible for participating in promotional activities including public appearances and social media, and will also participate in special projects and perform other duties as assigned.

Responsibilities:

* Perform anchor assignments for all news programs
* Contribute story ideas for series pieces and lead stories for daily news programs.
* Research and write scripts for news content. Select video and coordinate the editing for material that appears on-air.
* Communicate with news producers, assignment editors, and managers regarding story development, progress in the field and/or breaking news stories.
* Present stories in a fair, accurate and unbiased manner.
* Perform field reporting, fill-in for other shows, and other temporary assignments, as needed.
* Actively engage with social media before, during and after broadcasts.
* Focus on viral stories, as likely to consume Reddit as the NYT
* Partner with research and growth and social teams to align editorial goals on social media.

Qualifications

* Minimum 3 years' experience in TV or digital newsrooms.
* Should have excellent news writing and copy editing ability for all platforms including social media.
* Knowledge of news gathering equipment and news production techniques.
* Ability to conduct probing, in-depth and engaging interviews and enhances stories by providing insight and perspective.
* Ability to think quickly and respond appropriately in breaking news and high pressure situations.
* Strong understanding and demonstration of editorial judgment and journalistic ethics.
* Experience in automated studio environments preferred.
* Active engagement in Social Media (Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, etc.).
* Effective self-starter with the proven ability to generate and produce news stories.

Altice USA is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to recruiting, hiring and promoting qualified people of all backgrounds regardless of gender, race, color, creed, national origin, religion, age, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.

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