Morning Anchor

Iowa Broadcasters Association; Iowa; On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic News Anchor to join their team in Sioux City, Iowa. This role offers an exciting opportunity to present news stories and engage with the community through various platforms. The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree in Broadcast Journalism and have at least two years of experience in news reporting or anchoring. If you have a passion for storytelling and a sunny disposition, this is your chance to shine in a supportive and innovative environment. Join a team dedicated to delivering high-quality news and making a positive impact in the community.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Broadcast Journalism or related field required.
• Minimum two years' experience in news reporting or anchoring.

Responsibilities

• Presents news stories and ensures content meets company standards.
• Conducts interviews and responds to breaking news situations.

Skills

Broadcast Journalism

Communication Skills

News Reporting

On-Air Presence

Social Media Interaction

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Broadcast Journalism

Related Field Experience

Tools

Video Editing Software

Office Equipment (computers, copiers)

Job description

Jobdescription Are you a broadcast journalist with a sunny disposition? Are you ready to make the move from MMJ to anchor or trade your weekend anchor gig for a weekday anchor position? If this is you, and you’re a team player, then read on!

KCAU 9 News, in Sioux City, Iowa (a pretty awesome town, by the way), is looking for a go-getter to be the face of its two-hour morning newscast. Good Day Siouxland is undergoing positive change and if you’re interested in being part of that change and growth, it’s time to dust-off your resume and update your reel.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Presents news stories and other content for all platforms.

• Ensures that all news content meets company standards for journalistic integrity and production quality.

• Writes and delivers news stories in a clear and concise manner.

• Produces newscasts and communicates clear direction with team members.

• Assists in writing, copy editing, researching and coordinating news programming and other content.

• Acts as a field reporter as assigned.

• Conducts interviews with news personnel and others.

• Responds to breaking news and other urgent newsrooms situations as required.

• Participates in promotional activities including public appearances.

• Performs special projects and other duties as assigned.

• Edits video clips as assigned.

• Writes content for the website and other eMedia platforms.

• Interacts with viewers/users on social media sites.

Requirements & Skills:

• Bachelor's degree in Broadcast Journalism, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience.

• Fluency in English.

• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written with the ability to ad lib when required.

• Minimum two years' experience in news reporting or anchoring.

• Superior on-air presence.

• Excellent news judgment with an expansive knowledge of local and national current events, history, newsmakers and issues.

• Experience guiding, directing and motivating others.

• Ability to identify the developmental needs of others and to coach, mentor or otherwise help others to improve their knowledge or skills.

• Proficiency with computers, telephones, copiers, scanners, fax machines and other office equipment.

• Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.

• Ability to effectively listen to fully understand problems and communicate with a team to shape a solution.

• Valid driver's license with a good driving record.

• Flexibility to work any shift.

Physical Demands & Work Environment:

The News Anchor must be able to sit, conduct telephone conversations, use electronic mail, write letters and memos, conduct face-to-face discussions with individuals or groups, make decisions without supervision, make decisions that impact the results of co-workers, work in close proximity to others, work outdoors occasionally in all weather conditions, and work indoors in environmentally controlled conditions. In addition the News Producer/Anchor must be able to handle, control or feel objects, tools or controls. Work may be conducted in extremely bright or inadequate lighting conditions.