Job Type: 89 WLS-AM News Anchor (Immediate Opening)
Location: Chicago, IL
Contact: Tracy Slutzkin β Dept. WA
Job Details:
89 WLS, Chicagoβs Talk Leader has an immediate opening for a News Anchor. Must be able to write, produce and deliver news and/or traffic reports multiple times each hour. Successful applicant will have a minimum three-years of major market news/traffic reporting/anchoring. Must have broad news knowledge and voracious interest in the news, possess good news judgment, be adept at both reading from a script and ad-libbing and the ability to handle breaking news. Experience with Newsboss system and extensive knowledge of Chicago/Chicagoland issues and newsmakers is required. Reporting experience a plus. Bachelorβs degree in communication or journalism preferred. Resumes only. NO mp3βs via email. EOE/AA..
Please reference the following 3-things in your cover letter: Hiring Manager & Department Code (listed below) and where you saw this job posting.
89 WLS
Attn: Tracy Slutzkin β Dept. WA
190 N. State Street
Chicago, IL 60601