Anchor - Evening News Job at Hubbard Broadcasting in Rochester

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Business Unit

KAAL-TV

Employee Classification

Full Time Regular

About Us

As an ABC6 News (KAAL-TV) employee, you are surrounded by opportunity while experiencing a forward-thinking philosophy. You will work among passionate, engaged professionals who work together to create content on Television and Digital platforms for our audience. Whether you are searching for a career On-Air, Behind-the-Scenes, or Marketing & Promotion, there is an opportunity to learn, grow, and thrive within ABC6 News and Hubbard Broadcasting.

Job Overview

The News Anchor serves as the primary presenter of news stories and other content for all platforms in a manner that is clear, engaging and meaningful to news consumers. This position is for the 5pm, 6pm and 10pm news.

Job Responsibilities

Presents news stories and other content for all platforms.

Ensures all news content meets company standards for journalistic integrity and production quality.

Writes and delivers news stories in a clear and concise manner.

Produces newscasts and communicates clear direction with team members.

Assists in writing, copy editing, researching and coordinating news programming and other content.

Acts as a field reporter as assigned.

Responds to breaking news and other urgent newsrooms situations as required.

Participates in promotional activities including public appearances.

Performs special projects and other duties as assigned.

Edits video as assigned.

Writes content for the website and other platforms as assigned.

Interacts with viewers / users on social media sites.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Broadcast Journalism, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience.

Fluency in English.

Excellent communication skills, both oral and written with the ability to ad lib when required.

Minimum 3 years’ experience in news reporting or anchoring.

Excellent news judgment with an expansive knowledge of local and national current events, history, newsmakers and issues.

Experience guiding, directing and motivating others.

Ability to identify the developmental needs of others and to coach, mentor or otherwise help others to improve their knowledge or skills.

Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.

Valid driver’s license with a good driving record.

Flexibility to work any shift.

Maintain appropriate and strict standards regarding wardrobe, hair, cosmetics and grooming.

Additional Information

This position is subject to pre-employment driving record background check. A conviction, violation pending adjudication, or adverse driving record more than 3 years old or does not meet the major violation definition per company policy will not, on its own, disqualify an applicant. The company will use background check information in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with applicable federal, state and local law.

Compensation and Benefits

When extending an offer, the company considers a variety of factors such as (but not limited to) the candidate's work experience, education / training & key skills as well as internal peer equity and other market and business considerations. The annual base salary range for this position is $70,000 - $78,000. For information regarding our benefits, please copy the link below and paste in your browser : https : / / hubbardbroadcasting.com / our-company / working-here /

Req Affirmative Action Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer, including disability / vets.

Req Diversity Statement

Hubbard Broadcasting has been committed to representing the communities we serve since our founding over 100 years ago. The same holds true today. We know the best way to accomplish this is by recruiting and retaining top talent from diverse cultures, life experiences, and world views. With dignity and respect, we value YOU and everything that makes YOU uniquely YOU.