AM Anchor

Job Description

AM Anchor

Rise and shine with KOAA, the E.W. Scripps NBC station in Colorado Springs, Colorado. KOAA is looking for a Morning Anchor to provide important information needed to start the day.
WHAT YOU'LL DO:
• Gather unbiased content affecting the community.
• Write story content, edit and review video, and prepare story items for presentation across multiple platforms.
• Work with newsroom employees and personal sources to develop engaging, accurate, and ethical newscasts.
• Deliver news in a smooth, conversational, approachable, yet authoritative tone.
• Anchor multiple reports from breaking news to investigative reporting.
• Organize and set up interviews and video shoots.
• May report live on location from various news events.
• Anchor and produce midday newscast.
• Take part in station and independent community service events and activities.
• Follow the Scripps Journalism Ethics Guidelines.
• Engage viewers via social media on a daily basis.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
WHAT YOU'LL NEED:
• Bachelor's degree in related discipline is preferred or equivalent years of experience
• Generally, 3+ years anchor/reporting experience in related field preferred
WHAT YOU'LL BRING:
• Strong broadcast and digital writing skills
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Basic computer skills required
• Strong organizational skills
• Knowledge of local, regional, and national news
• Work well under pressure and at a fast pace
• Working knowledge of all social media platforms
• Flexible work hours may be required
COMPENSATION RANGE:
Annual Salary: $120,000.00 - $130,000
Pursuant to state and local salary transparency laws, the salary range posted is specific to candidates who will perform this work in Colorado.
ADDITIONAL BENEFITS:
• A career path to grow your professional experiences
• Full medical, dental and vision benefits, as well as certain other health and wellness benefits
• Retirement savings plan with company match
• Other key company benefits include disability accident insurance, hospital indemnity, critical illness, life insurance, AD&D, ID protection, pet discount program, and employee assistance program. More details about timing and conditions of benefits eligibility and other plan terms and conditions will be provided upon hire.
If you are a current Scripps employee, please do not apply on this site. Please access our internal career site at Worklife > My Info > View Open Positions at Scripps.
SCRIPPS' COMMITMENT TO A CULTURE THAT CREATES CONNECTION:
At Scripps, we are committed to a culture that reflects the audiences and communities we serve. We are intentional about creating an environment where employees, our audiences and other stakeholders feel valued and inspired to reach their full potential and create connections. To successfully deliver on this commitment, we must understand and reflect the values and perspectives those around us embody. That process begins by looking inward to build and celebrate a respectful workplace where everyone feels a sense of belonging and connection. By continuing to cultivate an environment where all employees have a fair chance to s/ucceed, are included, valued, and seen, we will strengthen the connections that drive positive business impact and align with our core purpose.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-864j89-216-73-216-180-42 in your application.