Morning Anchor / Producer

Job Description

About KNOP:

KNOP-TV has some of the highest news ratings of any station in the country, and a proud tradition of journalism that goes back more than 60 years. It is a powerful local voice, highlighting the strong community spirit in the region, and serving as an advocate and voice for those who need to be heard. The newscast production plays well above the market size with automation, robotic cameras, and cutting-edge graphics, in support of an award-winning staff.

North Platte, Nebraska, is placed perfectly between Denver and Omaha. A rich history with covered wagons and Buffalo Bill's Wild West Shows, tourists make this a destination to experience a step back into those western days and to have leisurely getaways to the white sand beaches of Lake McConaughy or experience local hiking and biking trails.

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Job Summary/Description:

KNOP-TV is looking for a driven journalist for the role of morning anchor/producer in our main North Platte newsroom. In this position, you will be the sole driver of the area's dominant morning newscast. You will produce and anchor a daily two-hour morning newscast, with the first hour broadcast in the North Platte market, and the second hour broadcast in the Scottsbluff, NE region.

Your responsibilities will include (but not be limited to) the following:
• Select and produce stories that matter to viewers in the local area, and help them prepare for their day
• Write scripts, build graphics, and edit video that helps you tell a complete and effective story
• Work with the local meteorologist to cover the day's top news and weather stories
• Anchor the two-hour morning show
• Monitor and post to digital platforms as news develops throughout the morning
• Meet tight daily deadlines
• Respond urgently and appropriately to breaking and developing news

Qualifications/Requirements:
• A consistent track record of meeting deadlines
• Solid news judgement, and excellent broadcast writing ability
• Familiar with producing and video editing
• Effective live on-air communicator
• A four-year degree in journalism or related field, or equivalent professional experience
• Familiarity with iNews, Avid, TVU, Clickability, Sony ENG, Social Media a plus

As a condition of employment, Gray Television will require that newly hired employees, whether part-time or full-time, be fully vaccinated against the coronavirus by the first workday to the extent permitted by applicable law unless you qualify for a medical or religious accommodation.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-gm58bx-52-14-85-76-42 in your application.