Anchor​/Producer & MMJ

KSNW is looking for an experienced journalist to join our team as an anchor and MMJ. You’ll produce and anchor newscasts two days a week, and pitch, write, shoot and edit stories three days a week. We are looking for an individual who is a team player, strong writer, and eager to contribute to the overall growth of the newsroom.

The ideal candidate should have the ability to enterprise relevant, unique, broad-appeal content every day. An ethical journalist with strong storytelling skills and a desire to be an active member of the newsroom and the Wichita community   will thrive in this position!  If you’ve never been to Wichita, it is a hidden gem! This underrated city boasts affordable cost of living, friendly people, great restaurants, up and coming arts and culture scene and very little traffic.  

Anchor/Producer & MMJ presents, reports, shoots, writes, voices, edits and feeds news production content for all platforms in a manner that is clear, engaging and meaningful to news consumers. + Gathers and presents accurate and interesting information for news stories and other content for all platforms. + Evaluates news leads and tips to develop story ideas. Gathers and verifies accurate information about newsworthy events by interview, investigation, or observation.

+ 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. + Assists in writing, copy editing, researching and coordinating news programming and other content. + Presents compelling, clear, creative and accurate live shots. + 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.  + 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. + Minimum 2 years’ experience in news reporting; regular or fill-in anchoring experience also required.  + Producing experience preferred, but willing to teach the right candidate. + Fluency in English, bilingual in Spanish a plus. + Excellent communication skills, both oral and written with the ability to
* ad lib
* when required. + Superior on-air presence. + Excellent news judgment with knowledge of local and national current events, history, news makers, and issues. + Proficiency with newsroom computer systems, editing, camera equipment, computers, telephones, 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.
** Provide resume and digital reel when applying.
** WORK ENVIRONMENT/MENTAL/PHYSICAL    REQUIREMENTS:
High-stress environment with deadline pressures. Travel will be required on a regular basis. Position requires the transport of equipment weighing up to 60 lbs. Position often requires work in extreme outdoor temperatures. A valid driver's license and an acceptable driving record are required.

NOTE:

This job description contains the basic requirements for the position and is NOT intended to be a complete list of responsibilities; other duties may be assigned. #LI-Onsite
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