KESQ in the Palm Springs, California market is searching for an Anchor / Multimedia Journalist (MMJ).
Qualifications
- Editorial news judgment.
- Strong interviewing and presentation skills.
- Understanding of writing for television and digital platforms.
- Knowledge and use of CMS digital platforms and social media.
Responsibilities
- Present accurate and balanced news coverage to television audience.
- Enterprise story ideas, cultivate contacts, and produce news reports.
- Post, update, and share news content on digital properties.
- Support station initiatives through content coverage and community appearances.
The team
Join the newsroom of the Desert’s News Leader. The KESQ team is part of the combined resources and stations that make up Gulf California Broadcast Company’s media group. The company is home to La Poderosa, the number one radio station in Coachella Valley; News Channel 3, which provides English language news to Coachella Valley on local affiliate stations ABC, CBS, and FOX; as well as multi-media content extending to successful digital platforms.
Pay range: $45k - $50k annually. Based on experience
When applying for this position, please note your referral source, and go to KESQ.com, go to the menu, choose Jobs, then choose work for us. All applicants must apply through the website. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a drug screen and background check. Finalists must furnish evidence of employment authorization and identification.
PLEASE NO PHONE CALLS.
Gulf California is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Posting closes when position is filled.
Skills Required
- Editorial news judgment
- Strong interviewing skills
- Strong on-air presentation skills
- Writing for television and digital platforms
- Knowledge and use of CMS digital platforms
- Knowledge and use of social media
- Ability to post, update, and share news content on digital properties
- Willingness to support station initiatives and community appearances
- Successful completion of drug screen and background check
- Must furnish evidence of employment authorization and identification
What We Do
We are the local FOX, ABC, CW, and Telemundo affiliate for the Yuma - El Centro DMA
