NEWS ANCHOR (W / END) - KBJR Job at Gray Television in Duluth

Overview KBJR is looking for a news anchor to lead our weekend evening broadcasts. The successful candidate will anchor weekend evening news on air and across digital and social platforms, will perform general assignment reporter duties during the week, and fill in weekday anchoring as needed.

The other three days of this journalist’s workweek will be spent working with our weekday team as a multimedia journalist. Evenings can bring multiple opportunities to grow as a live reporter. From breaking news to engaging interviews and demonstrations with new businesses, the reporter role is vital to taking our viewers out of the studio.

Some common skills needed for both roles include time management, curiosity, the ability to work on a deadline, strong writing skills, and the ability to adapt. We encourage our staff to get involved in our community through various organizations and volunteer efforts.

Duties / Responsibilities include, but are not limited to :

Gathering data and relevant information on local and national newsworthy events

Create and present accurate, fair, unbiased news content as assigned. Responsible for providing news and information across multiple platforms and for presenting content both inside KBJR studios and remotely

Must be visible in the community and make a reasonable number of appearances in the local DMA

Develop and maintain a network of news sources to create exclusive local news content

Stay current on both local and national news events

Work cross-functionally and cooperatively as a team member under tight deadlines

The ability to interact professionally and effectively with all internal KBJR employees and external organizations

Ability to read and understand a variety of materials ranging from daily newspapers / news sites, professional journals, technical reports, and legal documents

Ability to interpret information to establish facts and determine truth

Ability to be a creative thinker and find new and entertaining ways to present information

Should be well presented on-camera with the ability to deliver copy ready from a Teleprompter or similar device

Act as a team player and newsroom leader while displaying an ability to handle a variety of tasks, and make sound decisions in a fast-paced, deadline-driven, stressful environment

Have the willingness to anchor from the field and work on special projects as assigned

Demonstrated ability in good news judgment

Ability to interact with all levels of station and corporate management while working well with producers, reporters, and technical staff to help craft compelling and memorable newscasts

Qualifications / Requirements :

Education - Bachelor's degree in Broadcast Journalism, Communications, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience

Experience - 2 years of experience as a television anchor or reporter

Basic understanding of Windows-based electronics and the ability to learn ENPS as well as new systems as they are implemented.

Ability to work a flexible work schedule and work as a member of a team.

Must possess an advanced understanding of newscast presentation.

Must possess excellent writing and graphics skills with the ability to provide an interesting and substantive product.

Must be results-oriented.

Ability to focus on coordination of daily and long-range segments from first contact to on-air product.

Must possess strong written and verbal communication skills.

Ability to work in a creative, fast-paced environment.

Ability to make quick decisions without losing composure.

Must be able to manage multiple projects and assignments simultaneously.

Previous experience with script writing and editorial experience preferred.

If you feel you’re qualified and want to work with a great group of people, go to https : / / gray.tv / careers#currentopenings, you may type in the job title, station call letters, or click on "apply now", upload your resume, cover letter, and references

(Current employees who are interested in this position can apply through the Gray-TV UltiPro self-service portal)

KBJR / Gray Media is a drug-free company

Additional Info :

Gray Media provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Gray Media complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Gray Media expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Gray’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.

Equal Opportunity Employer

This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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