News Reporter/Anchor/Producer

Responsibilities

• General assignment reporter/anchor: d eliver newscasts; announce scripts and audio gathered around selected news events , including traffic, weather , traffic and sports.
• C onduct interviews and cuts audio segments - Write, review and/or edit news copy, introductions, public service announcements, commercials, pre-recorded reports, contests, etc.
• Serve as first in line for fill in producing/anchoring/reporting
• Handle emergency and/or breaking news
• Help generate content for social media/digital platforms
• May be responsible for operating control board for studios and remote programming
• Monitor the technical quality and accuracy of incoming and outgoing on-air programming from master control room
• Check studio equipment for proper functioning and notifies Engineering of technical malfunctions affecting quality of the broadcast
• Protect station's license
• Other reporter duties assigned as needed by the news director or station manager

Requirements

• Socially informed and perceptive; up-to-date and in tune with the local and national trends and/or specialized knowledge of topics/events related to on-air discussions
• Pleasant, charismatic and well-controlled voice; excellent pronunciation and professionalism
• Conformable with live radio programming and being able to deliver information to mass audiences in an easy-to-understand way
• Well-rounded communication skills for conducting interviews and asking the right questions
• Excellent writing and editing skills; proficient in grammar
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Benefits

Additional Information

iHeartMedia Markets Current employees and contingent workers click here to apply and search by the Job Posting Title. The audio revolution is here - and iHeart is leading it! iHeartMedia, the number one audio company in America , reaches 90% of Americans every month -- a monthly audience that's twice the size of any other audio company - almost three times the size of the largest TV network - and almost 4 times the size of the largest ad-supported music streaming service. In fact, we have: More #1 rated markets than the next two largest radio companies combined; We're the largest podcast publisher , with more monthly downloads than the second- and third-largest podcast publishers combined. Podcasting, the fastest-growing new media, today has more monthly users than streaming music services or Netflix; iHeart is the home of many of the country's most popular and trusted on-air personalities and podcast influencers , who build important connections with hundreds of communities across America; We create and produce some of the most popular and well-known branded live music events in America, including the iHeartRadio Music Festival, the iHeartRadio Music Awards, the iHeartCountry Festival, iHeartRadio Fiesta Latina and the iHeartRadio Jingle Ball Tour; iHeartRadio is the #1 streaming radio digital service in America; Our social media footprint is 7 times larger than the next largest audio service; and We have the only complete audio ad technology stack in the industry for all forms of audio , from on demand to broadcast radio, digital streaming radio and podcasting, which bring data, targeting and attribution to all forms of audio at an unparalleled scale. As a result, we're able to combine our strong leadership position in audience reach, usage and ad tech with powerful tools and insights for our sales organizations to help them build success for their clients at a more efficient cost than any other option. Because we reach almost every community in America, we're committed to providing a range of programming that reflects the diversity of the many communities we serve - and our company reflects that same kind of diversity. Our company values stress collaboration, curiosity, welcoming dissent, accepting mistakes in the pursuit of new ideas, and respect for everyone. Only one company in America has the #1 position in everything audio: iHeartMedia! If you're excited about this role but don't feel your experience aligns perfectly with the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. At iHeartMedia we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace and are looking for teammates passionate about what we do! What We Need: We are seeking a skilled Reporter and Broadcast Producer to assist with the creation of material for KFBK programs. Responsibilities may include research and development of news stories, writing scripts for broadcast segments, scheduling and conducting interviews, coordination with talent and producers to find story leads, and serve as point person for fill in needs within the newsroom/station. This is a dynamic role that encompasses many responsibilities within the newsroom/station to help execute daily tasks and assist with key production items. KFBK is a heritage legacy news radio station that has been operating in Sacramento for over 100 years. Our station is a trusted news source and has a strong presence on the air, online and in the community.

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