Morning News Anchor Job at Sinclair Broadcast Group, Dayton, OH

  • Sinclair Broadcast Group
  • Dayton, OH

Job Description

Dayton 24/7 (WKEF) is seeking a dynamic, high-impact Morning News Anchor to lead our five-hour live morning broadcasts. This is not a “read-the-news” position—this is a leadership role inside a forward-thinking newsroom where anchors are central to editorial decision-making, storytelling innovation, and audience connection.

At WKEF, our anchors don’t just present the news—they lead coverage , mentor teams , and drive content across platforms .

What You’ll Do

As an Anchor, you will be a central leader in our newsroom and a key driver of daily content. You will:

  • Anchor newscasts with confidence, clarity, and credibility

  • Actively participate in daily editorial meetings , helping shape rundowns and coverage strategy

  • Produce and contribute original content across broadcast, digital, and social platforms

  • Write in a clear, conversational, audience-focused style

  • Deliver compelling live coverage in breaking news and major event situations

  • Build strong connections with viewers through consistent social media engagement

  • Collaborate closely with producers, reporters, and digital teams to elevate storytelling

  • Mentor and support MMJs and producers as part of a team-first newsroom culture

  • Represent the station in the community through events, initiatives, and public engagement

Sinclair is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and a drug free workplace. Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by virtue of an applicant's or employee's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

About Us

Sinclair, Inc. (Nasdaq: SBGI) is a diversified media company and a leading provider of local news and sports. The Company owns, operates, and/or provides services to 178 television stations in 81 markets affiliated with all major broadcast networks; owns Tennis Channel, the premium destination for tennis enthusiasts; multicast networks CHARGE, Comet, ROAR, and The Nest. Sinclair’s AMP Media produces a growing portfolio of digital content and original podcasts. Additional information about Sinclair can be found at

About the Team

The life-blood of our organization is our people. We have a compelling story, a goal-oriented culture, and we take really good care of people. How good? Here is a glimpse: great benefits, open door policy, upward mobility and a strong desire to see you succeed. Ready to be part of a winning team? Let’s talk.

Job Tags

Local area, Day shift

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