Morning New Anchor

KLFY-TV

It’s fun to work in a company where people truly believe in what they are doing!

 
KLFY has an opening for the #1 Morning Show in Acadiana, Passe Partout. We are looking for an Anchor/Reporter to work with the great team that makes up Passe Partout.  We have a great morning team and now we just need to add one more piece to it.   This position will also anchor the #1 Noon show, Meet Your Neighbor.

Experience:

Some basics you will need for this position:

 

·         Presents news stories and other content for all platforms.

·         Ensures that 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.

·         Conducts interviews with news personnel and others.

·         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 clips as assigned.

·         Writes content for the website and other eMedia platforms.

·         Interacts with viewers/users on social media sites.

 Requirements & Skills:

·         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 three years’ experience in news reporting or anchoring.  (More or less depending on market size.)

·         Superior on-air presence.

·         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.

·         Proficiency with computers, telephones, copiers, scanners, fax machines and other office equipment.

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

·         Ability to effectively listen to fully understand problems and communicate with a team to shape a solution.

·         Valid driver’s license with a good driving record.

·         Flexibility to work any shift. 

To apply for this job please visit nexstar.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com.