Evening News Anchor/Producer

Forum Communications Co.; Bismarck (ND); On-site; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision packages

Paid maternity and parental leave

Company-paid short-term disability and

Job summary

Dakota News Live in Bismarck, ND seeks an Evening News Anchor/Producer to lead our local newscasts, craft compelling story ideas, write and produce engaging broadcasts, and anchor on-air. You will shape daily coverage for Western North Dakota and contribute to our digital platforms.

The ideal candidate has strong on-air presence, excellent writing, sound news judgment, the ability to work under tight deadlines, and a degree in journalism or communications.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Communications, or related field.
• Previous experience as a news anchor or broadcast reporter is strongly preferred.
• Active social media presence to promote brand awareness on multiple platforms.

Responsibilities

• Produce and anchor local newscasts and shape daily coverage.
• Write and produce engaging newscasts and deliver important local news.
• Contribute reporting, cover major events and breaking news.
• Contribute to digital platforms and collaborate with the ABC station in Bismarck.

Skills

On-air presence

Strong writing skills

News judgment

Camera improvisation

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal communication

Work under pressure

Research and reporting

Team player

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Journalism, Communications, or related field

Job description

Dakota News Live | Bismarck, North Dakota Dakota News Live, the CBS affiliate in Bismarck, North Dakota, is looking for a talented and motivated Evening News Anchor/Producer to join our growing newsroom.

Essential Functions

As an Evening News Anchor/Producer, you'll play a key role in producing and anchoring our local newscasts. You'll help shape our daily coverage, develop compelling story ideas, write and produce engaging newscasts, and deliver important local news to viewers across Western North Dakota. You'll also have opportunities to contribute reporting, cover major events and breaking news. Plus contribute to our digital platforms, and work with our ABC station in Bismarck.

We're looking for someone with a strong on-air presence, excellent writing skills, sound news judgment and the ability to produce compelling, informative newscasts. The ideal candidate is organized, creative, comfortable making decisions in a fast-paced newsroom and passionate about delivering meaningful local journalism. A journalism, communications or related degree is preferred, but demonstrated ability and experience are also valued.

Why Dakota News Live?

Our newsroom is growing, creating opportunities for you to grow with us. We believe in developing our people, promoting from within and giving journalists the opportunity to expand their skills and advance their careers. This is an exciting opportunity to join a team committed to providing local news, weather and sports to Western North Dakota Applicants must be legally eligible to work in the United States and able to work for Dakota News Live without employment restrictions that would prevent them from accepting this position.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Journalism, Communications, or a related field.
• Previous experience as a news anchor or broadcast reporter is strongly preferred.
• Active social media presence - will promote and support brand awareness on multiple social media platforms.
• Proven media personality, with the ability to remain comfortable and professional while on camera.
• General knowledge of local, national, and international affairs.
• Passion for breaking news and current events.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to improvise on camera when necessary.
• Ability to work under pressure with strict deadlines.
• Ethical and professional research, writing and reporting skills.
• Team player who works well both collaboratively and independently.

Expected compensation for this role is between $50,000 – $60,000, based on qualifications and experience.

About The Company

Forum Communications Company is a family-owned media and technology leader with more than a century of delivering trusted, quality journalism and innovative business solutions. Storytelling is at the heart of who we are, but today, we’re so much more than a newspaper. As one of the Upper Midwest’s leading media organizations, we’re driving the future across print and digital news, sports streaming, technology, broadcasting, commercial printing, and full-service agency advertising.

Forum Communications Company offers the following to all Full-Time and 32-Hour Benefited employees

• Health, dental, and vision packages
• Paid maternity and parental leave
• Company-paid short-term disability and life insurance
• Additional options for critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity coverage
• Retirement benefits with company match
• Generous PTO and paid volunteer hours

We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. FCC currently does not offer employer sponsorship.