News Reporter/Anchor/Producer

iHeartMedia • Sacramento, CA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

iHeartMedia is the number one audio company in America, reaching 90% of Americans monthly. The company is a leader in podcasting, live music events, and digital streaming radio. iHeartMedia values collaboration, curiosity, and respect, and is dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. This role will assist with the creation of material for KFBK programs, a heritage legacy news radio station in Sacramento with over 100 years of operation. KFBK is a trusted news source with a strong presence on air, online, and in the community.

Requirements

• Socially informed and perceptive; up-to-date and in tune with the local and national trends and/or specialized knowledge of topics/events related to on-air discussions.
• Pleasant, charismatic and well-controlled voice; excellent pronunciation and professionalism.
• Comfortable with live radio programming and being able to deliver information to mass audiences in an easy-to-understand way.
• Well-rounded communication skills for conducting interviews and asking the right questions.
• Excellent writing and editing skills; proficient in grammar.
• Proficient in media production and broadcast systems.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and social networking.
• 1-2 years’ experience as an announcer in smaller market or college station environment.
• 4-year college degree, preferably in Communications or Journalism.

Responsibilities

• General assignment reporter/anchor: deliver newscasts; announce scripts and audio gathered around selected news events, including traffic, weather, traffic and sports.
• Conduct interviews and cut audio segments.
• Write, review and/or edit news copy, introductions, public service announcements, commercials, pre-recorded reports, contests, etc.
• Serve as first in line for fill in producing/anchoring/reporting.
• Handle emergency and/or breaking news.
• Help generate content for social media/digital platforms.
• May be responsible for operating control board for studios and remote programming.
• Monitor the technical quality and accuracy of incoming and outgoing on-air programming from master control room.
• Check studio equipment for proper functioning and notifies Engineering of technical malfunctions affecting quality of the broadcast.
• Protect station’s license.
• Other reporter duties assigned as needed by the news director or station manager.

Benefits

• Employer sponsored medical, dental and vision with a variety of coverage options (employees meeting ACA measurement)
• A 401K plan
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) at no cost – services include telephonic counseling sessions, consultation on legal and financial matters, emotional well-being, family and caregiving
• A range of additional voluntary programs, such as spending accounts, student loan refinancing, accident insurance and more!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level