News Anchor - Reporter

Sinclair Broadcast Group; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 24,108 - 25,416; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Parental leave

Employee stock purchase plan

Job summary

Sinclair Broadcast Group is seeking a full-time Weekend News Anchor / Reporter in Bakersfield, California. The successful candidate will generate daily content across various platforms, utilizing strong storytelling and production skills to create impactful news stories.

Prior anchoring and at least 2 years of on-air experience are essential. The role requires exemplary communication skills and an active social media presence. Full-time employees are eligible for extensive benefits including health, dental, vision, and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• Prior anchoring experience required.
• At least 2 years of on-air experience.
• Live shot experience necessary.

Responsibilities

• Produce daily content for various platforms.
• Research and write impactful stories.
• Engage actively on social media.

Skills

Story generation

Enterprise reporting

Communication skills

Social media presence

Job description

KBAK/KBFX has an exciting opportunity for a full-time Weekend News Anchor / Reporter. In this role, you will be required to produce daily content on a variety of platforms including the internet and social networks, along with performing other duties as assigned by the news managers. We are looking for someone with a clear understanding of how to dig for a story, research it, write it with an edge, and use strong storytelling and TV production to make it impactful and memorable. It is important to have strong writing skills and to have knowledge of current events. Dynamic live television and storytelling skills are a must.

Skills and Experience

• A self-starter and who can generate his or her own story ideas on a daily basis
• Ability to demonstrate enterprise reporting and creativity in storytelling
• Exemplary communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to maintain an active social media presence to build your brand and solicit original story ideas

Requirements and Qualifications

• Previous anchoring experience is required
• Must have at least 2 years of on-air experience
• Live shot experience is required
• Previous experience working in a team environment is a must

While applying online, please include a link to your online demo reel.

EEO AND INCLUSIVITY

Sinclair is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and a drug free workplace. Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by virtue of an applicant's or employee's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

The base hourly compensation range for this role is $17.50 to $18.45 per hour. Final compensation for this role will be determined by various factors such as a candidates’ relevant work experience, skills, certifications, and geographic location. Full time positions are eligible for benefits that include participation in a retirement plan, life and disability insurance, health, dental and vision plans, flexible spending accounts, sick leave, vacation time, personal time, parental leave and employee stock purchase plan.