Anchor

Forum Communications Company • Fargo, ND

21h • Onsite

About The Position

KSFL-TV, an independent locally owned TV station in Sioux Falls, South Dakota that is part of Forum Communications Company, is launching an exciting new daily news and sportscast and we’re looking for a driven, dynamic person to lead it. This is your chance to anchor, produce, and shape a show from the ground up. We’re searching for someone who thrives in both sports and news, is a natural storyteller, and who can own the screen and the rundown. This new, daily program, will be a fast-paced, 30 minute segment focused on local and regional news and sports, including local weather. This isn’t just another anchor job. This is a rare opportunity to build something new, make your mark, and grow with a program from its very first broadcast. If you’re ready to lead, create, and bring energy to a fresh concept in local television, we want to hear from you.

Requirements

• Proven experience producing in a commercial broadcast environment
• Strong on-air presence with anchoring experience
• A dynamic storyteller with excellent writing and communication skills
• Highly organized, comfortable working independently and wearing multiple hats
• Play-by-play experience
• Strong proficiency and knowledge in local sports
• Bachelor’s degree in Broadcast Journalism, Communications, or a related field preferred, or equivalent professional experience
• Minimum of two years experience in commercial broadcasting required
• Candidates should possess and maintain a valid driver's license, acceptable level of insurance as required by the company, and a motor vehicle company that is insurable by the company

Responsibilities

• Anchor and produce a nightly live news and sports broadcast
• Plan daily coverage and build compelling rundowns
• Write, shoot, and edit stories that connect with viewers
• Conduct interviews and create engaging, original content
• Help shape the voice and identity of a brand-new program

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision packages
• Paid maternity and parental leave
• Company-paid short-term disability and life insurance
• Additional options for critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity coverage
• Retirement benefits with company match
• Generous PTO and paid volunteer hours

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level