Weekend Anchor/Multimedia Journalist

Sinclair Broadcast Group
United States, Iowa, Cedar Rapids
Dec 12, 2024
KGAN is looking for a dynamic full-time Weekend Anchor/Multimedia Journalist. In addition to being an outstanding journalist with a great personality, you need to be a team leader. Our anchors are leaders who participate in the planning of our shows and produce content regularly. We want someone who can bring an investigative eye to reporting and tackle breaking news live in the field. A competitive passion to win and openness to innovation is mandatory! Our winning candidate will be someone who embraces social media and knows how to consistently engage with the audience. Collaboration is a big part of this role! The ideal candidate will have: * Strong Leadership skills * Smooth/pleasant delivery * Strong writing skills and news judgment * Strong multimedia skills (shooting, editing, storytelling) * Sharp video shooting and editing skills * Exemplary communication skills Requirements and Qualifications: * You must have at least 3 years of on-air experience; must have driver's license with clean driving record * Live commercial television experience is a must * Strong 'in-the-field and live' skills * Exceptional written communications skills using a conversational writing style * Strong editorial judgment and a proven ethical foundation While applying online, please include a link to your online demo reel Sinclair is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and a drug free workplace. Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by virtue of an applicant's or employee's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. About Us Sinclair, Inc. (Nasdaq: SBGI) is a diversified media company and a leading provider of local news and sports. The Company owns, operates and/or provides services to 185 television stations in 86 markets affiliated with all the major broadcast networks; and owns Tennis Channel and multicast networks Comet, CHARGE!, TBD., and The Nest. Sinclair's content is delivered via multiple platforms, including over-the-air, multi-channel video program distributors, and the nation's largest streaming aggregator of local news content, NewsON. The Company regularly uses its website as a key source of Company information which can be accessed at www.sbgi.net. About the Team The life-blood of our organization is our people. We have a compelling story, a goal-oriented culture, and we take really good care of people. How good? Here is a glimpse: great benefits, open door policy, upward mobility and a strong desire to see you succeed. Ready to be part of a winning team? Let's talk.