Morning News Anchor

tegnainc· Stations (News)
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📍 WCSH-TV Portland💰 USD 90K–100K

About this role

About TEGNA

TEGNA Inc. helps people thrive in their local communities by providing the trusted local news and services that matter most. With 64 television stations in 51 U.S. markets, TEGNA reaches more than 100 million people monthly across the web, mobile apps, streaming, and linear television. Together, we are building a sustainable future for local news.

 

TEGNA’s powerhouse NEWS CENTER Maine (WCSH/WLBZ) is looking for a Morning News Anchor who communicates news and information effortlessly and authentically. This position is full-time and is based in our Portland newsroom.

We are looking for a team-first anchor who is a smart news hound with a heart. Someone who enjoys anchoring newscasts, sharing the latest news for our statewide audience on broadcast and stream. We expect a journalist who fully embraces our broadcast, streaming, and mobile shorts platforms.

In this job you will anchor our top-rated newscasts from 4:30–9 a.m. Monday through Friday (plus fill-in anchor occasionally weekend mornings) and produce two daily mobile shorts.

Requirements:
•    Bachelor’s degree in broadcast journalism or similar field
•    7-10 years of experience Reporting and Anchoring
•    Fluid and authentic anchoring of breaking news
•    Clean, conversational broadcast writing
•    Excellent and ethical journalistic decision making
•    Active on X, FB, Instagram, and Snapchat is helpful
•    Knowledge of CUEZ, Edius, and Axis graphics a plus

Pay Range
$90,000$100,000 USD

Benefits: 

TEGNA offers comprehensive benefits designed to safeguard the physical, mental and financial health of our employees and their families. TEGNA offers two medical plan options for full and part-time employees through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas, as well as access to dental and eye care coverage; fertility, surrogacy and adoption assistance; disability and life insurance.

Our 401(k) program offers full, part-time and temporary employees the opportunity to contribute 1% - 80% of their pay on a pre-tax basis to TEGNA’s 401(k). Contributions made up to the first 4% of pay are eligible for a 100% match from the company and are 100% vested from day one.

Regardless of participation in TEGNA medical plans, ALL employees and their eligible family members receive nine free virtual doctor’s appointments with a physician through Teladoc, and 12 free annual therapy sessions with a licensed clinician through Spring Health.

TEGNA offers a generous Paid Time Off (PTO) benefit as well as nine paid holidays per year. 

* Some jobs are covered by a collective bargaining agreement and thus some or all of the benefits described herein may not apply. For example, some newsroom bargaining unit employees receive health and retirement benefits under plans administered by the union.

EEO statement:

TEGNA Inc. is a proud equal opportunity employer. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, hiring and developing individuals from diverse backgrounds and experiences to add to our collaborative culture. We value and consider applications from all qualified candidates without regard to actual or perceived race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, family responsibilities, disability, medical condition, enrollment in college or vocational school, political affiliation, military or veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law. TEGNA will reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable law. If you are in need of an accommodation in order to submit your application, please email [email protected] 

Recruiting Fraud Alert:

To all candidates: your personal information and online safety are important to us. Only TEGNA Recruiters or Hiring Managers will reach out to you regarding consideration of your application or background.  Communications with TEGNA employees will either come from a TEGNA email address with a domain of tegna.com or one of our affiliate station domains.  

Recruiters or Hiring Managers will never request payments, ask for financial account information or sensitive information such as social security numbers. 

 
 

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the salary for the Morning News Anchor role at tegnainc?
The listed salary for this Morning News Anchor position at tegnainc is USD 90K–100K. This is an full-time role.
Where is the Morning News Anchor position at tegnainc located?
This Morning News Anchor role at tegnainc is based in WCSH-TV Portland. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Which team or department does the Morning News Anchor at tegnainc belong to?
This Morning News Anchor position is part of the Stations (News) department at tegnainc. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
How do I apply for the Morning News Anchor position at tegnainc?
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When was the Morning News Anchor job at tegnainc posted?
This Morning News Anchor position at tegnainc was posted on Sep 3, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Morning News Anchor
tegnainc · 💰 USD 90K–100K
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