Anchor Reporter

KSBW 8 NBC • Central Coast ABC • Estrella TV; Salinas (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k) matching

Paid Time Off

Paid Parental Leave

Emotional Wellness Support

Job summary

A leading broadcasting company in California is looking for an enthusiastic Anchor/Reporter to join the News Team. The ideal candidate will possess at least 2 years of reporting experience and demonstrate strong live reporting skills. Responsibilities include delivering news stories, collaborating with production teams, and breaking exclusive news. The role offers a salary range of $55,000 to $65,000 and requires a valid driver’s license. Bilingual abilities are a plus.

Qualifications

• 2 years of past reporting experience required.
• Anchor experience is a plus.
• Valid driver's license and clear driving record necessary.

Responsibilities

• Deliver scripted and ad lib material with professionalism.
• Work with and guide reporters and producers.
• Develop a network of sources for breaking stories.

Skills

Reporting experience

Live reporting skills

Bilingual

Time management

Education

Journalism degree or related field

Tools

Mobile transmission devices

Job description

Job Description

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 for this market’s next leader who isn’t afraid to ask tough questions and will hold those in power accountable. Our anchors are newsroom leaders who help mentor and grow producers and reporters. They 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, 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.
• Contributes pictures, video, and text updates to mobile platforms consistently throughout the day.
• Can juggle multiple stories and projects at once, demonstrating exceptional time‑management skills by meeting all deadlines under extraordinary pressure.
• Summarizes information into easy‑to‑understand components.
• Maintains 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.

Please include a demo reel or link to demo. Applicants without a demo will not be considered.

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 $55,000 and $65,000. 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.

About Us

Hearst Television (HTV) owns and/or operates 35 television and two radio stations serving 27 media markets across 39 states reaching over 22 million U.S. television households. HTV is recognized as one of the industry's premier broadcasting companies and has been honored with numerous awards for distinguished journalism, industry innovation, and community service.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.