Multimedia Journalist / Anchor

Rincon Broadcasting Group; Pasco (WA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional broadcasting company is seeking a dynamic Morning Anchor/Multimedia Journalist in Pasco. This hybrid role involves anchoring newscasts and reporting as a multimedia journalist. The ideal candidate should have strong storytelling skills, a solid on-air presence, and proficiency in various digital platforms. Responsibilities include live coverage, shooting, and editing news stories. A bachelor's degree in journalism or related field is preferred, along with 1-3 years of experience in television news.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience in television news; entry-level candidates with strong internships may be considered.
• Experience in a small to mid-sized market newsroom is a plus.
• Active presence on social media platforms is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Anchor assigned newscasts with clear, confident presentation.
• Collaborate with co-anchor and producers to shape rundowns.
• Conduct live interviews and breaking news coverage.
• Shoot, write, and edit daily news stories.
• Post stories to the station website and social platforms.

Skills

Strong on-air presence

Live reporting skills

Strong writing skills for broadcast and digital platforms

Strong organizational skills

Time management skills

Ability to shoot and edit video

Education

Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, or related field

Tools

iNews

Avid

Job description

KEPR-TV is looking for a dynamic Morning Anchor/Multimedia journalist who thrives in a fast-paced, multi-platform newsroom.

This hybrid role will co-anchor the morning newscasts and will report as an MMJ after the newscasts. On occasion there will be a requirement to help produce the newscast.

The ideal candidate is a strong storyteller, confident on-air and familiar with the different digital and social media platforms to be able to tell stories in a digital format and who can seamlessly transition between roles.

What you’ll do

• Anchor assigned newscasts with a clear, confident presentation
• Collaborate with co-anchor and producers to shape rundowns and story presentation
• Conduct live interviews and breaking news coverage
• Represent KEPR at community events and station initiatives
• Shoot, write, and edit daily news stories for broadcast and digital audiences
• Develop enterprise story ideas that are relevant to the region
• Build and maintain sources to generate exclusive content
• Post stories, videos and updates to the station website and social platforms
• Help produce assigned newscast or segments as needed
• Write and edit scripts, teases and headlines for clarity and impact
• Ensure all content meets editorial standards for accuracy and fairness

What you’ll bring

• Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, or related field preferred
• 1-3 years of experience in television news (entry-level candidates with strong internships may be considered)
• Strong on-air presence and live reporting skills
• Ability to shoot and edit videoStrong writing skills for both broadcast and digital platforms
• Strong organizational and time management skills

Nice, but not needed

• Experience in a small to mid-sized market newsroom
• Familiarity with iNews and Avid
• Active presence on social media platforms