NEWS ANCHOR/ REPORTER (W/DAY) - KSFY/KDLT

Gray Television; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a vibrant news team in Sioux Falls as a full-time anchor! This dynamic role requires a passionate storyteller with excellent communication skills and a knack for breaking news. You will work closely with producers to craft engaging newscasts and report live from the field. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment and has a strong desire to connect with the community. With a supportive team and a commitment to excellence, this position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in local journalism. If you're ready to bring your energy and creativity to the forefront of news, we want to hear from you!

Qualifications

• 2+ years of on-air television news experience preferred.
• Strong writing and storytelling skills required.
• Ability to work under pressure during breaking news.

Responsibilities

• Plan daily newscasts with producer and news director.
• Create newscast rundown, write stories, and build graphics.
• Report live and ad-lib during breaking news situations.

Skills

News Judgment

Communication Skills

Storytelling

Live Reporting Skills

Social Media Skills

Time Management

Ad-libbing

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Journalism

Master's Degree in Journalism

Tools

ENPS

Field Camera

Editing Equipment

Lighting Equipment

Job description

About Gray Media:

Gray Media is a leading media company that owns and operates high-quality stations in 113 television markets that collectively reach 36 percent of US television households.

We constantly strive for excellence. Through upgrading to the latest technology and seeking new ways to stay on top in our markets, we focus on training and development of the best and brightest employees in the business.

About KSFY/KDLT:

Sioux Falls is one of the fastest-growing cities in the Upper Midwest and is home to more than 200,000 people. Healthcare and finance make up much of the workforce in Sioux Falls. There is never a shortage of things to do here. Summers are packed with outdoor festivals and concert events. Many also enjoy the city’s nearly 30 miles of bike trails; be sure to stop by the beautiful waterfalls of the Big Sioux River! And winter doesn't mean people hibernate; there are plenty of outdoor and indoor activities all winter long.

KSFY/KDLT is an award-winning television operation serving viewers in the eastern half of South Dakota as well as portions of southwest Minnesota and northwest Iowa. The stations operate from a new studio in downtown Sioux Falls as one rebranded organization called Dakota News Now. The Dakota News Now team produces 38 hours of news each week. Some of our employees have been here for more than 25 years. For others, this is their first job out of college. It's a great mix that gives us different perspectives while covering the news. People here enjoy the work they do, and everyone steps up to the plate during major news events like breaking news and severe weather.

Job Summary/Description:

Dakota News Now is looking for a full-time anchor to join our news team. We're looking for someone with great news sense, energy, and a sparkling, dynamic personality to anchor a daily newscast and work as a reporter/mmj. The ideal candidate is someone who likes telling stories and thrives on breaking news but isn’t afraid to show some personality too. Candidates must have excellent communication skills both on the air and in the newsroom. Someone who can handle breaking news situations on the air is a must. Also must possess a creative vision for what it takes to anchor a solid newscast.

Duties/Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

1. Works with producer, news director, and assignment desk to plan daily newscasts
2. Must have excellent news judgment and journalism ethics
3. Must have strong writing, storytelling, and reporting skills
4. Must have strong producing skills (create a newscast rundown, write stories, build graphics, and coordinate with control room and field crews) and be willing to produce as needed
5. Must be skilled in social media and online news production
6. Must possess good organizational and time management skills
7. Must have the ability to shoot and edit your own stories and the ability to go live
8. Excellent live reporting skills required, ability to ad-lib during breaking news
9. While primarily a dayside Monday-Friday position must be willing to work longer hours and different days as needed

Qualifications/Requirements:

1. Bachelor's or master's degree in journalism or related field
2. A minimum of 2 years of experience in on-air television news reporting, anchoring, and producing is preferred, but we are willing to train the right candidate
3. Basic experience with newsroom computer systems is preferred (ENPS)
4. Understanding of and adherence to AP Style (for digital platforms) and broadcast writing (for television)
5. Ability to operate a field camera, editing, and lighting equipment
6. Ability to lift/carry equipment ranging from 35-50 lbs.
7. Must have a valid driver's license and a clean driving record
8. Ability to represent the station professionally/responsibly in the community and newsroom, and on social media
9. Must have a desire to win, the ability to reflect on your work and apply feedback

If you feel you’re qualified and want to work with a great group of people go to https://gray.tv/careers#currentopenings, you may type in the job title, station call letters, or click on "apply now", upload your resume, cover letter, and references.

(Current employees who are interested in this position can apply through the Gray-TV UltiPro self-service portal)

KSFY/KDLT-TV/Gray Media, Inc. is a drug-free company.

Additional Info:

Gray Media provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Gray Media complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Gray Media expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Gray’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.

Gray Media encourages all new employees to vaccinate against the coronavirus before the first workday fully.