Anchor

Posted 3 Days Ago
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Yuma, AZ, USA
In-Office
Entry level
Digital Media • News + Entertainment
The Role
Anchor and produce multiple live daily newscasts, write and develop news stories from wire copy, field reports, and interviews, and create scripts, lead-ins, and related broadcast content. Represent the station at community events, operate on camera, and collaborate on newsroom technology. Spanish proficiency is a plus. The role requires a valid driver's license and successful drug test and background check.
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Job Summary & Responsibilities

NPG of Yuma-El Centro in Yuma, Arizona has an immediate opening for a full-time Anchor. We’re looking for an intelligent and articulate anchor that stands out on camera. You must be willing to multitask, as you will be producing several newscasts daily. Strong producing and writing skills are a must.

Candidate must be able to anchor and produce live newscasts. You must also be able to write interesting news stories from wire copy, field reports and telephone interviews. You must also be able to represent the station at community events, and perform other tasks related to the position as assigned.

The candidate we choose must be able to shoot, write scripts, lead-ins and other material related to news, as well as produce quality newscasts. You must have some experience with anchoring and producing. Spanish proficiency is a big plus in our market. A bachelor’s degree in journalism, communication or related field is preferred. Candidate must have a valid driver’s license and pass a drug test and background check.

We are owned by a very progressive company that’s not afraid to try new technology to enhance our product.

When applying for this position, please go to www.KYMA.com.   In addition to your resume please provide a cover letter noting your referral source and explaining why you are the best fit for our newsroom. Also provide a link to your demo reel.



NPG of Yuma-El Centro is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Position is closed when filled.

Skills Required

  • Experience anchoring and producing newscasts
  • Ability to anchor and produce live newscasts
  • Strong producing and writing skills
  • Ability to write news stories from wire copy, field reports, and telephone interviews
  • Ability to shoot and write scripts, lead-ins, and other news material
  • Ability to represent the station at community events
  • Valid driver's license
  • Successful drug test and background check
  • Bachelor's degree in journalism, communication, or a related field
  • Spanish proficiency
  • Demo reel link
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The Company
HQ: St. Joseph, MO
4 Employees

What We Do

We are the local FOX, ABC, CW, and Telemundo affiliate for the Yuma - El Centro DMA

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