News Anchor - Reporter (Weekends)

Sinclair Broadcast Group • Redding, CA

6d • $20 - $23

About The Position

KRCR/KCVU has an exciting opportunity for a Weekend News Anchor / Reporter in
Redding, California! In this role, you will anchor our weekend evening newscasts
and report during the week. You will be tasked with producing daily content on a
variety of platforms and performing other duties as assigned by the news
managers. We are looking for someone with a clear understanding of how to dig
for a story, research it, write it with an edge, and use strong storytelling and
TV production to make it impactful and memorable. It is important to have strong
writing skills and to have knowledge of current events. Dynamic live television
and storytelling skills are a must.

Requirements

• A self-starter and who can generate his or her own story ideas on a daily basis
• Ability to demonstrate enterprise reporting and creativity in storytelling
• Exemplary communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to maintain an active social media presence to build your brand and solicit original story ideas
• Previous anchoring experience is required
• Must have at least 2 years of on-air experience
• Live shot experience is required
• Previous experience working in a team environment is a must

Nice To Haves

• Good leadership skills

Responsibilities

• Anchor weekend evening newscasts
• Report during the week
• Produce daily content on a variety of platforms
• Perform other duties as assigned by the news managers

Benefits

• participation in a retirement plan
• life and disability insurance
• health, dental and vision plans
• flexible spending accounts
• sick leave
• vacation time
• personal time
• parental leave
• employee stock purchase plan

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed