News Anchor - Reporter (Weekends)

Sinclair Broadcast Group • Redding, CA

111d • $19 - $25

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

• 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
• Good leadership skills are a plus

Nice To Haves

• 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

Responsibilities

• Anchor weekend evening newscasts
• Report during the week
• Produce daily content on various platforms
• Perform other duties as assigned by 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: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees