Reporter - Noon Anchor

Job Description

KBAK/KBFX-TV is looking for an experienced journalist to anchor and produce our noon newscasts. The ideal candidate thrives when working with a team and shows strong editorial judgment. Strong leadership and accuracy are a must. In addition to credibility, poise, and personality; we're looking for an anchor who isn't afraid to head out into the field and break the big stories. Our next anchor/reporter will enterprise exclusives, tell compelling stories, and execute energetic live shots. We are looking for this market's next leader who isn't afraid to ask the tough questions and will hold those in power accountable. Our anchors are newsroom leaders who help mentor and grow producers and reporters. Our anchors write and edit scripts with conversational communication in mind. We are looking for a versatile, enterprising self-starter who is fast, efficient, works well under tight deadlines, can develop sources, and has excellent live reporting skills.

Primary job duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
• Anchor daily newscasts
• Development of sources and stories within the community
• Engage with viewers in the community and over social media
• Work with producers and reporters to grow their skills
• Produce the Midday newscast
• Candidates should also exhibit a good work ethic, strong people skills, and maintain a professional attitude
• Works with or without a photographer to gather and edit compelling video and captivating sound
• Coordinates with news managers and producers to develop stories that go beyond surface details, that accentuate unique enterprise angles, and have exclusive content
• Develops a network of sources who provide tips, early access to information, and allow the reporter to break stories of significance.

Qualifications/Requirements:
• At least 1 to 3 years of anchor or reporting experience
• Degree in broadcast journalism or related field
• Strong, demonstrated news judgment
• Excellent writing and copy-editing skills
• Live reporting and strong on-camera presentation skills
• Proficiency in story creation and newscast production
• Organizational and leadership skills, and the ability to make deadline
• Familiarity with iNews a plus
• A basic understanding of weather casting is a plus
• Your demo reel should be indicative of your everyday work

Sinclair Broadcast Group, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug-Free Workplace!

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-d85z0q-18-116-62-45-42 in your application.