Anchor/Producer, Streaming Television
About The Position
KGET NBC/Telemundo in Bakersfield is looking for an anchor and producer for our growing Connected TV (CTV) platform. Our ideal candidate will be a dynamic, experienced broadcaster and leader who can both anchor on-air content and drive editorial strategy across our broadcast, digital and CTV platforms. The position requires strong news judgment, excellent communication skills, deep knowledge of the Central Valley or the ability to develop it quickly, and the ability to pitch, develop, and execute compelling local content. Our new Anchor/Producer will collaborate with producers and reporters to deliver high-quality, engaging programming to the Bakersfield market. The ideal candidate will be equally comfortable in front of the camera and behind the scenes, with a strong understanding of social media, digital distribution, and audience engagement. He or she must know our be able to promptly learn OBS system producing. Duties include producing and anchoring a 60-minute news show Monday through Friday. This show will be seen on our streaming channel, KGET+ and may be simulcast on KGET. The anchor/producer will conceive of relevant, interesting topics, book guests for the show and promote the show on all platforms. Other duties may include developing other shows or segments for CTV; fill-in anchoring on other KGET platforms; mentoring colleagues; emceeing public events; and other duties as directed by the news director. KGET has built a strong reputation as the Central Valley’s leading news source, and we are committed to growing our local news presence. KGET airs local newscasts daily and is available at KGET.com and on all major streaming platforms through KGET+.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Broadcast Journalism, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience
- Fluency in English
- Excellent communication skills, both oral and written with the ability to ad lib when required
- Minimum two years’ experience in news reporting (Depending on market size)
- Superior on-air presence
- Proficiency with computers, telephones, copiers, scanners, fax machines and other office equipment
- Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
- Valid driver’s license with a good driving record
- Ability to promptly learn OBS system producing
Nice To Haves
- Deep knowledge of the Central Valley or the ability to develop it quickly
- Strong understanding of social media, digital distribution, and audience engagement
Responsibilities
- Producing and anchoring a 60-minute news show Monday through Friday.
- Conceiving of relevant, interesting topics.
- Booking guests for the show.
- Promoting the show on all platforms.
- Developing other shows or segments for CTV.
- Fill-in anchoring on other KGET platforms.
- Mentoring colleagues.
- Emceeing public events.
- Other duties as directed by the news director.
- Ability to arrange, shoot, write, news stories for broadcast.
Benefits
- Equal Opportunity Employer
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
