KOCO-TV, the ABC affiliate in Oklahoma City, is looking for a high-energy anchor/reporter who knows how to tell visual stories and can do active, engaged live shots. In addition to credibility, poise, and personality; we’re looking for an anchor/reporter who isn’t afraid to head out into the field and break the big stories. Our next anchor/reporter will tell compelling stories, and execute energetic live shots. We are looking for a versatile, enterprising self-starter who is fast, efficient, works well under tight deadlines, can develop sources, and has excellent live reporting skills.
Job Responsibilities:
> Deliver scripted and ad lib material with professionalism, personality, and purpose
> Have an active presence on social media that engages the audience
> An ability to summarize information into easy-to-understand components
> Unwavering journalistic integrity and ethical standards
> Appears on behalf of the station at public events
> Fill-in anchor duties as directed by management
Required Skills:
> Proven ability to connect with viewers
> Ability to work varied shifts, including overnights and weekends
> Can deal with the stresses and pressures of time-sensitive newscast production
> Demonstrated ability with digital media and social media
Education:
> Bachelor’s degree preferred or equivalent proven work experience
Required Experience:
> Past reporting experience (2-5 years) preferred
> Minimum 2 years anchoring experience preferred
> Demonstrated ability to enterprise and uncover stories
> Your demo reel should be indicative of your everyday work
Apply online: https://hearst.referrals.selectminds.com/television/jobs/anchor-reporter-8597