Anchor, MMJ, KKCO

Media Networks, Inc.; Grand Junction (CO); On-site; USD 58,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full medical, dental and vision

Retirement plan with company match

Disability and life insurance

Employee assistance program

Other benefits detailed upon hire

Job summary

The E.W. Scripps Grand Junction station KKCO is seeking an Anchor/MMJ to prepare and deliver accurate news reports for the noon newscast. You will anchor the broadcast and contribute to multiple platforms while developing stories with urgency.

Responsibilities include researching, writing, and possibly reporting live on location, plus serving as MC/host for community events and other duties as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience preferred.
• Typically 3+ years in related field.

Responsibilities

• Anchor the noon newscast.
• Research, gather, write and develop content for multiple platforms.
• May report live on location from events.
• Serve as MC/host for community and station events.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

News judgment

On-camera presence

Source cultivation

Organizational skills

Ability to work under pressure

Editorial judgment

Ethics and libel knowledge

Clear, concise speaking

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Newsroom computers

Databases

Job description

KKCO, The E.W. Scripps Grand Junction, Colorado station is seeking an Anchor/MMJ who will prepare and deliver accurate news reports for the noon newscast.

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

• Anchor newscasts.
• Research, gather, write, and develop news content for multiple platforms.
• May report live on location from various news events.
• Perform various community service activities for station, including performing as master of ceremonies for public service events and as host/hostess for station events.
• Perform other duties as needed and assigned.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED:

• Bachelors degree in related discipline preferred or equivalent years of experience
• Generally, 3+ years experience in related field

WHAT YOU'LL BRING :

• Must connect on camera with a sense of urgency
• Ability to cultivate sources and mine stories
• Knowledge of newsroom computers and computer databases strongly preferred
• Must demonstrate strong news judgment and organizational skills
• Must have keen sense of logistics and ability to work well under intense pressure and deadlines
• Must have good creative and editorial judgment, mastery of journalistic ethics, and libel law
• Must be able to speak clearly and concisely

COMPENSATION RANGE:

Annual Salary: $57,784.00 - 60000

Pursuant to state and local salary transparency laws, the salary range posted is specific to candidates who will perform this work in Colorado.

ADDITIONAL BENEFITS:

• A career path to grow your professional experiences
• Full medical, dental and vision benefits, as well as certain other health and wellness benefits
• Retirement savings plan with company match
• Other key company benefits include disability accident insurance, hospital indemnity, critical illness, life insurance, AD&D, ID protection, pet discount program, and employee assistance program. More details about timing and conditions of benefits eligibility and other plan terms and conditions will be provided upon hire.

If you are a current Scripps employee, please do not apply on this site. Please access our internal career site at Worklife > My Info > View Open Positions at Scripps.

SCRIPPS' COMMITMENT TO A CULTURE THAT CREATES CONNECTION:

At Scripps, we are committed to a culture that reflects the audiences and communities we serve. We are intentional about creating an environment where employees, our audiences and other stakeholders feel valued and inspired to reach their full potential and create connections. To successfully deliver on this commitment, we must understand and reflect the values and perspectives those around us embody. That process begins by looking inward to build and celebrate a respectful workplace where everyone feels a sense of belonging and connection. By continuing to cultivate an environment where all employees have a fair chance to succeed, are included, valued, and seen, we will strengthen the connections that drive positive business impact and align with our core purpose.

ABOUT SCRIPPS:

The E.W. Scripps Company (NASDAQ: SSP) is a diversified media company focused on creating connection. As one of the nation's largest local TV broadcasters, Scripps serves communities with quality, objective local journalism and operates a portfolio of more than 60 stations in 40+ markets. Scripps reaches households across the U.S. with national news outlet Scripps News and popular entertainment brands ION, ION Plus, ION Mystery, Bounce, Grit and Laff. Scripps is the nation's largest holder of broadcast spectrum. Scripps Sports serves professional and college sports leagues, conferences and teams with local market depth and national broadcast reach of up to 100% of TV households. Founded in 1878, Scripps is the steward of the Scripps National Spelling Bee and its longtime motto is: "Give light and the people will find their own way."

As an equal employment opportunity employer, The E.W. Scripps Company and its affiliates do not discriminate in its employment decisions on the basis of race, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender, color, religion, age, genetic information, medical condition, disability, marital status, citizenship or national origin, and military membership or veteran status, or on any other basis which would be in violation of any applicable federal, state or local law. Furthermore, the company will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship for the company.