The E.W. Scripps Company
Multimedia Journalist/Evening Anchor, KRTV (Media)
KTRV, the leading news station in Great Falls, Montana, is seeking a talented and dynamic Anchor/Multimedia Journalist to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for reporting and fronting your own stories for our 10 pm newscast each night, showcasing the beauty and unique character of the state of Montana and the surrounding region.
As an Anchor/Multimedia Journalist, you will be the face and voice of KTRV, delivering engaging and informative news coverage to our viewers. Your primary duties will include:
Serve communities by providing the highest standard of ethical and honest news reporting.
Gather unbiased content affecting the community.
Write story content, edit and review video, and prepare story items for presentation across multiple platforms.
Work with newsroom employees and personal sources to develop engaging, accurate and ethical newscasts.
Deliver news in a smooth, conversational, approachable, yet authoritative tone.
Anchor multiple reports from breaking news to investigative reporting.
Organize and set up interviews and video shoots.
Take part in station and independent community service events and activities.
Follow the Scripps Journalism Ethics Guidelines.
Engage viewers via social media on a daily basis.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Bachelor's degree in related discipline preferred or equivalent work experience
Generally 3+ years anchor/reporting experience in related field preferred
Strong broadcast and digital writing skills
Ability to communicate effectively
Basic computer skills required
Strong organizational skills
Knowledge of local, regional and national news
Work well under pressure and at a fast pace
Working knowledge of all social media platforms
Flexible work hours may be required
Valid driver's license, good driving record, and ability to provide proof of insurance with the company required insurance limits.
Ability to lift 40 pounds
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ABOUT SCRIPPS:
The E.W. Scripps Company (NASDAQ: SSP) is a diversified media company focused on creating a better-informed world. As one of the nation's largest local TV broadcasters, Scripps serves communities with quality, objective local journalism and operates a portfolio of more than 60 stations in 40+ markets. Scripps reaches households across the U.S. with national news outlets Scripps News and Court TV and popular entertainment brands ION, Bounce, Defy TV, Grit, ION Mystery and Laff. Scripps is the nation's largest holder of broadcast spectrum. Scripps is the longtime steward of the Scripps National Spelling Bee. Founded in 1878, Scripps' long-time motto is: “Give light and the people will find their own way.”
As an equal employment opportunity employer, The E.W. Scripps Company and its affiliates do not discriminate in its employment decisions on the basis of race, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender, color, religion, age, genetic information, medical condition, disability, marital status, citizenship or national origin, and military membership or veteran status, or on any other basis which would be in violation of any applicable federal, state or local law. Furthermore, the company will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship for the company.