KSHB, the NBC affiliate owned by The E.W. Scripps Company in Kansas City, Missouri, is looking for an Evening Anchor/Reporter. This is not an entry-level position. The station is looking for an experienced anchor who is as strong in the field as in the studio. Field anchoring and reporting are a regular part of the role. If you have an engaging, authentic personality, paired with top-notch journalism and editorial skills, this could be the job for you. Join a newsroom making a difference by connecting with the community in a fast-growing city. Apply today!
WHAT YOU'LL DO:
Anchor the newscasts.
Research, gather, write, and develop news content for multiple platforms.
Report and field-anchor live on location from various news events.
Perform various community service activities for the station, including performing as master of ceremonies for public service events and as host/hostess for station events.
Maintain a strong social media presence.
Perform other duties as needed and assigned.
WHAT YOU'LL NEED:
Bachelor's degree in related discipline preferred or equivalent years of experience
Generally, 6+ years on-camera experience preferred
WHAT YOU'LL BRING:
Must connect on camera with a sense of urgency
Ability to cultivate sources and dig for stories
Knowledge of newsroom computers and computer databases strongly preferred
Must demonstrate strong news judgment and organizational skills
Must have keen sense of logistics and ability to work well under intense pressure and deadlines
Must have good creative and editorial judgment, mastery of journalistic ethics, and libel law
Must be able to speak clearly and concisely
Valid driver's license, good driving record, and ability to provide proof of insurance with the company required insurance limits
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Serves audiences and businesses through a growing portfolio of television, radio and digital media brands. The E.W. Scripps Company (NASDAQ: SSP) is a diversified media company focused on creating a better-informed world. As the nation’s fourth-largest local TV broadcaster, Scripps serves communities with quality, objective local journalism and operates a portfolio of 61 stations in 41 markets. The Scripps Networks reach nearly every American through the national news outlets Court TV and Newsy and popular entertainment brands ION, Bounce, Grit, Laff and Court TV Mystery. Scripps is the nation’s largest holder of broadcast spectrum. Scripps runs an award-winning investigative reporting newsroom in Washington, D.C., and is the longtime steward of the Scripps National Spelling Bee. Founded in 1878, Scripps has held for decades to the motto, “Give light and the people will find their own way.”
