Anchor Reporter
Hearst Television
Des Moines, IAThis was removed by the employer on 10/22/2018 7:12:00 PM PST
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Full Time Job
KCCI-TV in Des Moines has an opening for a weekend morning anchor. This position would also do morning live reporting three weekdays. In addition to
credibility, poise, and personality; we're looking for an anchor who isn't
afraid to head out into the field and break the big stories. Our next
anchor/reporter will enterprise exclusives, tell compelling stories, and
execute energetic live shots. Our anchors write and edit scripts with conversational
communication in mind. We are looking for a versatile, enterprising
self-starter who is fast, efficient, works well under tight deadlines, can
develop sources, and has excellent live reporting skills.
Des Moines is a growing, vibrant city that makes a lot of lists as a top place to live and work
Job
Responsibilities:
• Delivers
scripted and ad lib material with professionalism, personality, and
purpose
• Works with
and guides reporters and producers in newscast production
• Regularly
plans, gathers and assembles stories on day-of news or special project
assignments
• Coordinates
with news managers and producers to develop stories that go beyond surface
details, that accentuate unique enterprise angles, and have exclusive
content
• Develops a
network of sources who provide tips, early access to information, and
allow the reporter to break stories of significance.
• Will
contribute pictures, video and text updates to mobile platforms consistently
throughout the day
• Can juggle
multiple stories and projects at once, demonstrates exceptional
time-management skills by meeting all deadlines under extraordinary
pressure.
• An ability to
summarize information into easy-to-understand components
• Unwavering
journalistic integrity and ethical standards
• Appears on
behalf of the station at public events
Experience
Requirements:
• Past
anchor experience required
• Past
reporting experience required
• Demonstrated
ability to enterprise and uncover
• Your
demo reel should be indicative of your everyday work
Qualifications
Requirements:
• Proven
Anchor with ability to connect with viewers, in addition to strong
reporting skills
• Ability
to operate mobile transmission devices and use latest technology
• Can
work in all weather conditions and carry up to 50 pounds
• Has
a valid driver's license, can drive large vehicles over long distances,
and a clear driving record
• Ability
to work varied shifts, including overnights and weekends
• Can deal with the stresses and pressures of
time-sensitive newscast production
Education:
• Bachelor's degree preferred or equivalent proven work
experience
• Military training and experience will be considered