KWTV Anchor/Reporter

Griffin Media; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Griffin Media in Oklahoma City is seeking an experienced Anchor/Reporter to deliver compelling news and anchor our daily newscasts. You’ll report on general and breaking news, produce segments, and contribute to digital content for multiple platforms.

Responsibilities include researching stories, conducting interviews, delivering reports with clarity and credibility, and communicating with viewers through social media.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Communications, or related field.
• Minimum one-year anchor experience in local television news.
• Strong on-air presence with ability to connect with viewers.
• Proficiency in news gathering techniques including research, interviewing, and fact-checking.
• Ability to work effectively under tight deadlines and high-pressure situations.
• Familiarity with social media platforms and digital content creation tools.
• Link of work sample required.
• Must have or be able to obtain a valid Oklahoma driver’s license and have an acceptable driving record.
• Ability to perform under emotional stress and handle various assignments.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary on-air talent for assigned newscasts, delivering news with authority and credibility.
• Research, develop, and report on a wide range of news stories including breaking news and features.
• Cover live events, including breaking news and press conferences, in-studio and on-location.
• Generate story ideas and collaborate with producers to develop content for newscasts and digital platforms.
• Conduct in-depth interviews with newsmakers and experts to elicit meaningful responses.
• Uphold journalistic standards, ethics, and accuracy across coverage.
• Engage with audience through social media and community events.
• Stay informed about current events, industry trends, and technologies in broadcast journalism.
• Maintain appropriate on-air appearance per company guidelines.
• Perform other job-related duties including driving for company business.

Skills

Anchor experience

On-air presence

News gathering

Social media

Deadline-driven

Communication skills

Journalistic integrity

Driving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Journalism/Communications

Job description

Job Details

Job DetailsLevel: ExperiencedJob Location: OKC Griffin Media Center - Oklahoma City, OK 73102Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: 4 Year DegreeTravel Percentage: Class CJob Shift: AnyJob Category: Media - JournalismAn Anchor/Reporter at News 9 helps drive the Ideal Team Player culture.

Job Summary

Anchor/Reporters possess exceptional on-air presence, strong journalistic instincts, and a passion for storytelling. From anchoring newscasts to reporting on general news, breaking news and feature stories, you’ll play a crucial role in delivering high-quality content that informs, educates, and inspires our audience.

Job Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary on-air talent for assigned newscasts, delivering news with authority, credibility, and professionalism. Engage with viewers and provide context and analysis on key stories.
• Research, develop, and report on a wide range of news stories, including breaking news, investigative reports, and feature segments. Conduct interviews, gather information, and present findings in a clear, compelling manner.
• Cover live events, including breaking news, press conferences, and community gatherings, both in-studio and on-location. Adhere to deadlines and provide live updates as events unfold.
• Generate story ideas, pitch segment proposals, and collaborate with producers and editors to develop compelling content for newscasts and digital platforms.
• Conduct in-depth interviews with newsmakers, community leaders, and experts, asking insightful questions and eliciting meaningful responses.
• Uphold journalistic standards, ethics, and best practices in all aspects of reporting and storytelling. Ensure accuracy, fairness, and balance in coverage.
• Foster meaningful connections with our audience through social media engagement, community outreach, and participation in public events.
• Stay informed about current events, industry trends, and emerging technologies in broadcast journalism.
• Maintain appropriate on-air appearance, including adhering to company wardrobe, haircare and makeup guidelines and recommendations.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned, including driving an automobile for company business.

Job Schedule

This is a full-time position primarily working 40 hours per week. You may also be called upon at times to fill in other hours and days of the week to help cover vacations, illnesses, breaking news, severe weather, or special projects/events. This position is not eligible to work remotely.

Qualifications

• Humble: A habit of sharing successes, putting the team first, and working for the good of the team. A “we” not “me” attitude. The ability to give and receive constructive criticism. Observe and employ the Golden Rule.
• Hungry: Exhibit a strong work ethic, drive, and willingness to take initiative.
• Smart (People Smart): The virtue of being interpersonally smart about the interactions and relationships of those you encounter.
• Positive Attitude: Exhibited by focusing on opportunities not problems, see the glass as half-full not half-empty.
• Sense of Urgency: How we react and respond.

Skills and Requirements

• Formal education equivalent of a Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Communications, or related field. Related experience will be evaluated by Company management and may be substituted on the basis of two years of experience equals one year of education.
• Minimum one-year anchor experience in local television news, including writing, producing, and anchoring.
• Strong on-air presence, with excellent communication skills and the ability to connect with viewers.
• Proficiency in news gathering techniques, including research, interviewing, and fact-checking.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively under tight deadlines and high-pressure situations.
• Familiarity with social media platforms and digital content creation tools.
• Commitment to journalistic integrity, accuracy, and ethical standards.
• Link of work sample required.
• Must have, or be able to obtain, a valid Oklahoma driver’s license and have a driving record acceptable to the company.
• Ability to perform other job-related duties as assigned.
• Capable of handling the physical and mental requirements including:
  • ability to verbally communicate in English
  • ability to read computer monitor information (words and data)
  • ability to hear detailed spoken word
  • ability to remain sedentary and to travel to work location
  • ability to perform manual dexterity tasks with hands, fingers
  • ability to analyze data, concentrate, reason, and write
  • ability to perform under emotional stress
  • ability to lift 10 pounds unaided

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.