Morning News Anchor/MMJ– APPLE VALLEY NEWS NOW TV | Kennewick, WA
Morning News Anchor / MMJ APPLE VALLEY NEWS NOW TV Kennewick, WA
About us :
Apple Valley News Now, the local ABC affiliate in the Yakima / Tri Cities market of Washington state, is part of Morgan Murphy Media.
We are a family-owned, people-first business and our communities are at the core of what we do and who we are.
About this opportunity :
Apple Valley News Now is seeking an innovative storyteller interested in anchoring local newscasts. We are looking for self-motivated, highly organized individuals with a strong work ethic.
This position is located at KVEW-TV in Kennewick, Washington.
What you'll do :
- Anchor newscasts and news briefs
- Deliver news accurately; engage viewers with excitement, urgency and sharp wit
- Develop story ideas; shoot, edit and write local news stories for TV & digital platforms
- Demonstrate editorial judgment using knowledge of journalism ethics and libel laws
- Produce newscasts & other roles as assigned by news director
- Publish content and generate story ideas through social media sites like Facebook and X
- Enterprise compelling stories for newscasts, website and other platforms
- Shoot and edit video with TV news cameras, digital devices, production software and apps
- Collaborate with co-workers on the best way to present / report stories
- Produce stories that our target audience will find valuable and relevant to their lives
- Maintain contacts and foster relationships in the community
What you'll bring :
- Bachelor's degree in journalism or related field
- Team player mindset
- Ability to edit using Edius preferred but not required
- Minimum four years of experience as a multimedia journalist / anchor
- Four-year degree in journalism, communications or equivalent field preferred
- Ability to present news stories professionally from a TV studio
- Sound editorial judgment and broad knowledge of journalism ethics and libel laws
- Strong broadcast and AP style writing skills
- Ability to work under extreme pressure and meet deadlines every day
- Ability to lift and carry 15 pounds
What you'll get in return :
You'll get a supportive work environment with co-workers and managers who value your work, your time and your perspective.
Our management team is committed to maintaining a culture where employees can flourish and grow, professionally and personally.
Pay range : $20 / hour - $25 / hour
Benefits : We offer employees and their families medical, dental, vision, prescription, life insurance, and Employee Assistance Program benefits.
Employees are also offered long-term disability insurance, flexible spending account, 401(k), health savings account, employee referral program, and paid time off including vacation time equivalent to 80 hours / year depending on start date, 1 hour of sick time for every 40 hours worked, 2 personal days and 9 paid holidays.
What's next? Click below to apply online and include your resume.
APPLE VALLEY NEWS NOW IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER