News Anchor - Reporter

Simclair Inc; New Bloomfield (MO); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Sinclair is seeking a full-time News Anchor / Reporter to produce daily content for TV, online, and social networks, while anchoring weekend newscasts. The role requires strong storytelling, sharp writing, and solid TV production skills to engage viewers.

The ideal candidate will generate daily story ideas, demonstrate enterprise reporting and maintain an active social media presence to build the brand and attract original stories.

Qualifications

• Previous anchoring experience is required.
• Minimum 2 years of on-air experience.
• Live shot experience is required.
• Ability to work in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Anchor weekend newscasts and produce daily content across platforms.
• Research stories, write with an edge, and tell impactful stories.
• Utilize TV production skills to deliver clear, memorable reports.

Skills

Self-starter

Enterprise reporting

Strong writing

Social media presence

Job description

KRCG has an exciting opportunity for a full-time 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.

This position will also be responsible for anchoring our weekend newscasts.

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

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.

Sinclair, Inc. (Nasdaq: SBGI) is a diversified media company and a leading provider of local news and sports. The Company owns, operates and/or provides services to 177 television stations in 79 markets affiliated with all major broadcast networks; owns Tennis Channel, the premium destination for tennis enthusiasts; and multicast networks CHARGE, Comet, ROAR and The Nest. Sinclair's AMP Media produces a growing portfolio of digital content and original podcasts. Additional information about Sinclair can be found at www.sbgi.net.