News Anchor

RPMGlobal; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a talented news anchor to join their dynamic team. This role involves delivering engaging news stories, both live and recorded, while maintaining journalistic integrity. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills, a keen attention to detail, and the ability to thrive under pressure. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a trusted media source within the African American community, where creativity and passion are at the forefront of the corporate culture. If you're ready to make an impact in the media landscape, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Journalism or Communications required.
• 3 years of anchor experience or equivalent education required.

Responsibilities

• Gather and deliver news stories in a journalistically objective manner.
• Write, edit, and conduct live and recorded newscasts under tight deadlines.
• Develop contacts and sources for news stories.

Skills

High-level written communication

High-level verbal communication

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Project management skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Journalism

3 years of newsroom experience

Job description

The Radio One story began simply with a dream and one radio station. Forty years, 13 markets, and 70+ stations later, we are an urban media empire, spanning multiple media platforms. We are in your ears with Reach Media/Radio One, on your televisions with TV One, and may even be the name behind your favorite website, with our digital platform Interactive One. Information is power, and our mission here at Radio One, Inc. is simple, to be the most trusted media source in the African American community. At Radio One, we pride ourselves on hiring people who are dedicated and continue to challenge the norm, while embracing a corporate culture built on creativity and passion. We are our employees’ biggest fans, and it is our daily mission to attract, develop, and retain the brightest stars in the business.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

Know the news stories of the day (local, state, national, international)

Provide in-house anchoring and reporting in a journalistically objective manner

Gather story information, write and deliver live or recorded newscasts.

Contribute story ideas

Be aware of legal issues relating to news gathering, delivery and editorial content

Write, edit, prepare and conduct live and recorded newscasts in a journalistically objective manner, often on tight deadlines

Gather story information by phone, wire, internet and field reporters

Work with Program Director on delivery of content to follow the format clock

Interact with talk shows as part of an on-air ensemble team

Write, edit, prepare, and post written news articles for station’s digital platforms

Develop contacts and sources for stories

Other duties may be assigned

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:

Present a positive and professional attitude and presence at all station events

High-level written and verbal communication skills, and in particular the ability to
communicate around multiple creative projects in a time-sensitive manner

Strong attention to detail and solid organizational and project management skills

Submit to a criminal background check

Legal right to work in the United States

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Bachelor's degree, preferably in Journalism or Communications. Must have newsroom experience: 3 years of anchor experience or an equivalent combination of education.