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News Anchor - Reporter (Weekends)

Sinclair Broadcast Group

Eugene, ORFull-timeNo compensation foundPosted 2mo agoSeen in employer's feed 4 days ago

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Compensation
No compensation found
Location
Eugene, OR
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

Job overview

Sinclair Broadcast Group is hiring a News Anchor - Reporter (Weekends). KVAL is seeking a full-time Weekend News Anchor / Multimedia Journalist to produce daily content across various platforms, including the internet and social networks. The role requires a clear understanding of investigative journalism, strong writing skills, knowledge of current events, and dynamic live television and storytelling abilities.

Key focus areas include Produce daily content on various platforms including the internet and social networks, Perform other duties as assigned by news managers, and Dig for a story.

Successful candidates bring Previous Anchoring Experience, Previous News Producing Experience, and 2+ Years On‑Air Experience. Important skills include Produce Daily Content, Dig For A Story, Research Stories, Write Stories With An Edge, Strong Storytelling, and TV Producing. Preferred (not required): Generate Own Story Ideas.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Produce Daily ContentDig for a StoryResearch StoriesWrite Stories With an EdgeStrong StorytellingTV ProducingStrong Writing SkillsKnowledge of Current EventsDynamic Live TelevisionSelf-StarterGenerate Own Story IdeasEnterprise ReportingCreativity in StorytellingExemplary Communication SkillsActive Social Media Presence

Qualifications

Previous Anchoring ExperiencePrevious News Producing Experience2+ Years of on-Air ExperienceLive Shot ExperiencePrevious Experience Working in a Team EnvironmentOnline Demo Reel

Full job description

KVAL has an exciting opportunity for a full-time Weekend News Anchor / Multimedia Journalist. In this role, you will be required to produce daily content on a variety of platforms including the internet and social networks, along with 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 producing 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.

Skills and Experience:

  • 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

Requirements and Qualifications:

  • Previous anchoring experience is required

  • Previous news producing 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

While applying online, please include a link to your online demo reel

EEO AND INCLUSIVITY:

Sinclair is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and a drug free workplace. Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by virtue of an applicant's or employee's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Sinclair, Inc. (Nasdaq: SBGI) is a diversified media company and a leading provider of local news and sports. The Company owns, operates, and/or provides services to 178 television stations in 81 markets affiliated with all major broadcast networks; owns Tennis Channel, the premium destination for tennis enthusiasts; multicast networks CHARGE, Comet, ROAR, and The Nest. Sinclair’s AMP Media produces a growing portfolio of digital content and original podcasts. Additional information about Sinclair can be found at www.sbgi.net.

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