Anchor Goals and Objectives Examples
Improve vocal clarity and enunciation.
Increase the ability to ad-lib and improvise.
Develop a strong command of current events and news.
Refine body language and facial expressions on camera.
Enhance storytelling skills to engage viewers.
Expand knowledge of local community events and organizations.
Build relationships with local politicians and officials.
Increase ratings in targeted demographics.
Improve script writing and editing skills.
Learn new technologies and equipment for broadcasting.
Enhance interview skills to get more impactful answers from guests.
Improve pacing and timing during broadcasts.
Cultivate a professional relationship with co-anchors and support staff.
Improve decision making under pressure.
Develop a unique on-air persona that resonates with viewers.
Increase social media presence to connect with audience outside of broadcast hours.
Build knowledge in niche areas such as sports or finance reporting.
Develop a greater understanding of legal and ethical considerations in journalism.
Increase engagement with live audiences during remotes or public events.
Enhance makeup and wardrobe skills for on-air appearances.
Increase use of graphics, video clips, and other visual aids to enhance broadcasts.
Create engaging headlines that capture viewer attention.
Develop critical thinking skills when analyzing complex issues on air.
Learn how to effectively utilize remote broadcasts for breaking news situations.
Improve voice projection and tone during broadcasts.
Learn how to handle difficult guests or situations during interviews.
Increase involvement in community service and charity events as a representative of the station.
Enhance ability to work live broadcasts solo without co-anchor support.
Increase involvement in station promotions and marketing efforts.
Develop a broader network of sources for investigative reporting pieces.
Enhance ability to work in high-pressure, deadline-driven environments.
Increase knowledge of regional and national news events to provide context for local reporting.
Improve ability to manage multiple stories and segments during live broadcasts.
Develop strong relationships with advertisers and sponsors to increase revenue for the station.
Increase involvement in investigative reporting and breaking news coverage.
Improve ability to communicate complex ideas and concepts to viewers.
Develop a clear and concise on-air delivery style.
Increase ability to handle criticism and feedback from viewers and management.
Learn how to effectively engage guests during debates or panel discussions.
Develop strong time-management skills to ensure timely completion of all tasks.
Enhance ability to think on feet and adapt to changing situations during live broadcasts.
Increase use of social media for audience engagement and story development.
Learn how to use data analytics to increase viewer engagement.
Cultivate positive relationships with other media outlets for greater collaboration opportunities.
Increase involvement in station-sponsored events and activities outside of regular broadcasting hours.
Develop unique feature segments that set the station apart from competitors.
Enhance ability to work as part of a team during broadcasts.
Learn how to create effective promotional materials that drive viewer engagement.
Increase involvement in community outreach programs sponsored by the station.
Improve ability to engage viewers of diverse backgrounds and perspectives.
Develop a compelling on-air personality that resonates with viewers.
Increase familiarity with technical broadcast equipment to troubleshoot issues quickly.
Enhance ability to use humor effectively on air while maintaining professionalism.
Develop strong research skills to inform reporting content.
Learn how to create compelling visuals using graphic design software.
Increase understanding of TV ratings systems and how they impact programming decisions.
Cultivate positive relationships with local organizations, businesses, and charities for potential news stories.
Improve ability to conduct interviews in a variety of settings (e.g. remote, studio, phone).
Develop strong writing skills to create engaging scripts for broadcasts.
Increase involvement in station-sponsored contests and sweepstakes promotions.
Enhance ability to work under low-light conditions (e.g. early morning or late night broadcasts).
Learn how to effectively use humor to engage viewers during lighter news segments.
Improve ability to manage live broadcasts while simultaneously monitoring breaking news stories.
Cultivate positive relationships with local law enforcement agencies and emergency responders for breaking news coverage.
Increase involvement in station-sponsored community events such as fundraisers or festivals.
Develop a unique on-air delivery style that sets the station apart from competitors.
Enhance ability to handle emotional stories with sensitivity and respect for those involved.
Increase involvement in investigative reporting pieces that uncover corruption or wrongdoing.
Improve ability to work collaboratively with co-anchors and support staff during live broadcasts.
Learn how to effectively use sound bites and audio clips to enhance reporting content.
Cultivate positive relationships with local schools and universities for potential stories involving students or faculty.
Increase familiarity with digital editing software to quickly edit and upload video segments to the station's website or social media channels.
Develop strong fact-checking skills to ensure accuracy in reporting content.
Enhance ability to work under pressure during high-stress situations such as severe weather coverage or live breaking news events.
Cultivate positive relationships with industry leaders and influencers for potential interviews or collaborations.
Increase involvement in station-sponsored public service announcements and outreach programs.
Develop a strong understanding of the station's brand and how it relates to programming decisions.
Enhance ability to create compelling stories out of seemingly mundane topics.
Learn how to effectively use video shot by mobile devices to supplement live reporting segments.
Cultivate a positive relationship with viewers through consistent, engaging on-air content.