NEWS ANCHOR (EVENING)/ SENIOR REPORTER - WIBW
About The Position
Do you love connecting with people on-air and in the community? Do you like to mentor young journalists while also turning your own good stories? Are you looking for a supportive environment in a Capital City? We'd love to have you join our team! WIBW-TV, the top-rated station in northeast Kansas, is looking for an experienced co-anchor to lead Monday through Friday afternoon and evening newscasts. This person would also be responsible for reporting general news and enterprise stories, and special projects. The select candidate should be a newsroom leader and team player who looks to go beyond the desk. The candidate should thrive in breaking news situations and be able to engage with viewers on-air and online.
Requirements
- Minimum of 2 years anchoring
- College degree or equivalent job experience in a journalism-related field
- Leadership skills
- Exceptional news judgment
- Professional knowledge of news operations
- Must be able to work quickly, meet deadlines, multitask, and show composure
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
- Understanding of and adherence to AP Style and broadcast writing
- Willingness to work a flexible schedule, including representing the station at community events
- Resume should include a link to a video reel
Responsibilities
- Candidate must be a good writer who can understand complex stories
- Candidate must have the ability in live news reporting
- Contribute to digital platforms
- Anchor newscasts as assigned
- Contribute to the newscast production
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Industry
Broadcasting and Content Providers
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
