Evening News Anchor/Producer

Forum Communications Company • Bismarck, ND

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Dakota News Live, the CBS affiliate in Bismarck, North Dakota, is looking for a talented and motivated Evening News Anchor/Producer to join our growing newsroom. As an Evening News Anchor/Producer, you'll play a key role in producing and anchoring our local newscasts. You'll help shape our daily coverage, develop compelling story ideas, write and produce engaging newscasts, and deliver important local news to viewers across Western North Dakota. You'll also have opportunities to contribute reporting, cover major events and breaking news. Plus contribute to our digital platforms, and work with our ABC station in Bismarck. We're looking for someone with a strong on-air presence, excellent writing skills, sound news judgment and the ability to produce compelling, informative newscasts. The ideal candidate is organized, creative, comfortable making decisions in a fast-paced newsroom and passionate about delivering meaningful local journalism. A journalism, communications or related degree is preferred, but demonstrated ability and experience are also valued.

Requirements

• Legally eligible to work in the United States and able to work without employment restrictions
• Bachelor’s Degree in Journalism, Communications, or a related field
• Previous experience as a news anchor or broadcast reporter is strongly preferred
• Active social media presence - will promote and support brand awareness on multiple social media platforms
• Proven media personality, with the ability to remain comfortable and professional while on camera
• General knowledge of local, national, and international affairs
• Passion for breaking news and current events
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to improvise on camera when necessary
• Ability to work under pressure with strict deadlines
• Ethical and professional research, writing and reporting skills
• Team player who works well both collaboratively and independently

Nice To Haves

• Demonstrated ability and experience are also valued (if degree is not in a related field)

Responsibilities

• Producing and anchoring local newscasts
• Shaping daily coverage
• Developing compelling story ideas
• Writing and producing engaging newscasts
• Delivering important local news to viewers
• Contributing reporting
• Covering major events and breaking news
• Contributing to digital platforms
• Working with the ABC station in Bismarck

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