ROLE: FOX 5 San Diego/KUSI News duopoly is seeking an experienced Anchor/Reporter to support our growing team. Successful candidate excels in ad-libbing, storytelling on all platforms, connecting with viewers, can receive feedback and models professionalism on and off the air.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Accurate reporting of news stories

• Attend editorial meetings and regularly pitch original story ideas.

• Develops community contacts and a network of news sources.

• Must be able to ad-lib live breaking news by telling a compelling story.

• Works with photographer, producers, desk in the development of a story

• Regularly updates newsroom on story elements and progress.

• Uses social media to update news stories to the public.

• Attend station partnerships in the community.

• Anchor weekend newscasts and specials produced by the station.

• Regularly write and proofread stories on assigned broadcasts

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• B.A. or B.S. Degree preferably in journalism or communication

• Previous TV anchoring and reporting experience strongly preferred.

REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must interact positively and productively with employees in the field and in the studio.

• Uphold station values and models professionalism on and off the air.

• Strong on-air presentation – must be credible, personable, and engaging.

• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills

• Strong attention to detail

• Must be able to accept constructive direction and feedback.

• In line with reporting duties, individual must be flexible with schedule and be willing to work additional hours or days or different shifts and holidays as required by news content.

• Positive, solution-oriented attitude and team player

• Can perform duties and make decisions under extreme pressure.

COMPENSATION: Starting $43.27/hr commensurate with experience and skill level

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