Anchor Reporter

KSBW 8 NBC • Central Coast ABC • Estrella TV; Salinas (CA); Sur place; USD 60 000 - 67 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Medical Insurance

401(k) matching

Paid Time Off

Paid Parental Leave

Emotional Wellness Support

LGBTQ+ Health Services

Additional benefits

Résumé du poste

KSBW 8 NBC • Central Coast ABC • Estrella TV Costa Central, part of Hearst Television, seeks an Anchor/Reporter who can bring energy to the anchor desk and hit the field for big stories.

The role requires enterprise, live reporting, leadership in the newsroom, and strong storytelling. In-person attendance is required; shifts include overnights and weekends. Bilingual a plus and valid driver’s license preferred.

Qualifications

• Past reporting experience (2 years).
• Anchor experience is a plus.
• Demonstrated ability to enterprise and uncover.
• Demo reel should reflect everyday work.
• Proven anchor with ability to connect with viewers and strong reporting skills.
• Valid driver's license and ability to operate large vehicles.

Responsabilités

• Delivers scripted and ad lib material with professionalism and personality.
• Guides reporters and producers in newscast production.
• Plans and assembles stories on day-of news or special projects.
• Works with a photographer to produce video and sound.
• Develops stories with exclusive content and enterprise angles.
• Provides updates to mobile platforms throughout the day.
• Manages multiple stories and deadlines under pressure.
• Summarizes information clearly and ethically.
• Represents the station at public events; in-person attendance required.

Connaissances

Anchor

Live reporting

Source development

Bilingual a plus

Outils

Mobile transmission devices

Latest technology

Description du poste

KSBW 8 (NBC) / Central Coast ABC / Estrella TV Costa Central, part of Hearst Television, has an exciting opportunity to join our News Team. The Anchor/Reporter is someone who can bring the energy of live reporting to our anchor desk. In addition to credibility, poise, and personality; we're looking for an anchor who isn't afraid to head out into the field and break the big stories. Our next Anchor/Reporter will enterprise exclusives, tell compelling stories, and execute energetic live shots. We are looking this market's next leader who isn't afraid to ask the tough questions, and will hold those in power accountable. Our anchors are newsroom leaders who help mentor and grow producers and reporters. Our anchors write and edit scripts with conversational communication in mind. We are looking for a versatile, enterprising self-starter who is fast, efficient, works well under tight deadlines, can develop sources, and has excellent live reporting skills. This role reports to the News Director.

Responsibilities

• Delivers scripted and ad lib material with professionalism, personality, and purpose
• Works with and guides reporters and producers in newscast production
• Regularly plans, gathers and assembles stories on day-of news or special project assignments
• Works with a photographer to gather and produce compelling video and captivating sound
• Coordinates with news managers and producers to develop stories that go beyond surface details, that accentuate unique enterprise angles, and have exclusive content
• Develops a network of sources who provide tips, early access to information, and allow the reporter to break stories of significance.
• Will contribute pictures, video and text updates to mobile platforms consistently throughout the day
• Can juggle multiple stories and projects at once, demonstrates exceptional time-management skills by meeting all deadlines under extraordinary pressure
• An ability to summarize information into easy-to-understand components
• Unwavering journalistic integrity and ethical standards
• Appears on behalf of the station at public events
• In-person attendance is required

Requirements

• Past reporting experience (2 years)
• Anchor experience a plus
• Demonstrated ability to enterprise and uncover
• Your demo reel should be indicative of your everyday work
• Proven Anchor with ability to connect with viewers, in addition to strong reporting skills
• Ability to operate mobile transmission devices and use latest technology
• Can work in all weather conditions and carry up to 50 pounds
• Has a valid driver's license, can drive large vehicles over long distances, and a clear driving record
• Ability to work varied shifts, including overnights and weekends
• Can deal with the stresses and pressures of time-sensitive newscast production
• Bilingual a Plus
• Related experience and/or training considered as well as a combination of education and experience.

Values in Action

At Hearst Television we tell stories every day. Stories about people of all backgrounds, perspectives, and identities. That's why, behind the scenes, we believe in being an organization that fosters collaboration and open communication, ensuring that the content we create is authentic, accurate, and connected to the communities we serve.

Benefits

• Medical | Dental | Vision
• 401(k) matching
• Emotional Wellness Support
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• LGBTQ+ Health Services
• Additional benefits to meet you and your family's needs

The estimated base salary range for this role is between $60,000 and $67,000. The actual base pay offered is dependent upon many factors, such as transferable skills, work experience, business needs, market demands and conditions, including geographic location where the work will be performed, and other factors permitted by law. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future.