KTAR News On-Call Anchor - Part-Time

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KTAR News is looking for its next great on-call Anchor! Breaking news coverage is at the core of what we do at KTAR as well as covering top, local stories that affect our community. KTAR and KTAR.com thrive on unique content and approaching stories in a way unlike anybody else. Our team members regularly get called on to file for the network, so expectations are high.

Position Overview

As an anchor, you will be an effective team member and make a full contribution to the success of the station. Contribute daily to make KTAR the leading provider of timely, relevant news and information. This part-time role will require you to be available for varied schedules. It’s the perfect “foot in the door” opportunity for an up-and-comer or a great job for someone who just wants to keep their news chops fresh.

Note: Work configurations are subject to change based on business needs and at company discretion.

• This position is an onsite role that requires the employee to regularly work at our Phoenix site.

What You Will Do:

Primary job duties will include, but are not limited to:

• Perform live in-studio reports within newscasts of up to four times an hour, with possibly more added in the event of breaking news
• Present compelling, informative, personable and impactful newscasts with an emphasis on local and breaking news.
• Report news in a way that is constantly fresh, new and exciting, unique and exciting ways while maintaining the integrity of news standards.
• During holidays, vacations or breaking news, you may be asked to fill in at different times of day and/or weekends.

Skills and Experience We Are Looking For:

• Bachelor’s Degree in broadcast journalism or Associate’s Degree plus at least two years of experience in a professional newsroom.
• Minimum of one year of experience as an active reporter, anchor or editor in a professional radio/TV journalism environment.
• Strong broadcast writing, news judgment and computer skills.
• Knowledge of newswire services and a working knowledge of computer skills.
• Social media savvy – includes experience going live on social media platforms, live tweeting, and actively posting photos and videos.
• Ability to develop and maintain news sources.
• Aggressive attitude with a strong desire to advance in broadcasting media. A news junkie.
• Quick learner who is fully committed to meeting the challenge.
• Ability to dig up stories, enterprise news a must.
• Excellent digital audio editing/technical remote broadcast skills.
• NewsBoss platform experience preferred.
• Multi-tasking pro.

Physical Demands

• Receive, process, and maintain information through oral and/or written communication effectively.
• Manual dexterity and fine motor skills to operate computer keys and general office equipment. Ability to work on a computer for prolonged periods of time.
• Sit and/or stand for extended periods of time.
• Lift, move, and carry up to 20 pounds on occasion / frequently.

Compensation

$20 per hour . Hourly rate to be determined by multiple factors including but not limited to evaluation of the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant along with internal equity and alignment with market data.

What We Offer You: Check Out Our Bonneville Benefits!

Employees at Bonneville can enjoy a broad offering of benefits, including:

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) services
• Sick time (1 hour for every 30 hours worked)
• Access to an entire team of free financial planners
• Continuous growth and development opportunities
• Dynamic team culture that values teamwork, having fun, and collaboration

Bonneville is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law. Minority/female/disability PWDNET/veteran are encouraged to apply.