Evening Anchor

Job Description

KDVR Evening Anchor

Are you an experienced journalist who delivers news with accuracy, urgency and impact?

Are you at your best when it comes to delivering breaking news in a clear and concise manner?

Are you a leader in your newsroom?

KDVR/KWGN is seeking an experienced news anchor to join our winning evening news team. We are looking for an authentic, dynamic engaging talent who can connect with the audience on all platforms. The ideal candidate will have solid news judgement, play an active role in the daily process to identify topics for coverage and be on top of their game when it comes to covering breaking news and weather.

The ideal candidate will be a newsroom leader who is a self-starter, a good newsroom citizen and an advocate for the target viewer. We are looking for an experienced anchor who thrives on bringing value to our local audience, drives impactful breaking news coverage and does quality in-depth content gathering and reporting when needed.

Responsibilities:
• Co-anchors several newscasts
• Accurate reporting of news stories
• Conversational anchor skills with the ability to adlib with ease and to connect audiences through professionalism and personality.
• Handle rapidly changing live breaking news coverage.
• Demonstrates leadership in the newsroom, working in conjunction with your co-anchor and news managers.
• Ability to identify the developmental needs of others and to coach, mentor or otherwise help others to improve their knowledge or skills.
• Work with producers to craft and improve newscasts.
• Produce/anchor digital video content in addition to linear television responsibilities.
• Promote good citizenship and make a positive impact on the communities we serve.
• Represent the station at public events
• Works on special projects and other duties as assigned.

Compensation and Benefits
• Salary: $150,000-$240,000 commensurate with experience and skill level.
• Comprehensive benefits package including group health and dental, paid time off, 401(k) and more.

Requirements/Qualifications:
• Minimum 6 years of on-air experience
• Minimum of 4 years of regular anchoring experience
• Proven track record of leadership and newscast ratings growth.
• Strong journalistic ethics.
• Ability to work under tight deadlines.
• Positive, solution-oriented attitude and team player.
• Can perform duties and make decisions under extreme pressure.
• Must be able to accept constructive direction and feedback.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule. This position primarily involves afternoon/evening hours. Must be able to work through 11p daily and occasionally into late night/early morning hours in case of breaking news or programming changes. May be asked to fill in on other newscasts when necessary.
• Degree in journalism or related field

To Apply: Please visit the Work for Us page at KDVR.com: https://kdvr.com/contact/jobs-at-fox31-denver-kwgn or at the Nexstar Website at:https://nexstar.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/nexstar to complete the application process. To be considered for this job you must apply online. No Calls
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KDVR/KWGN is an equal opportunity employer that seeks diversity in our workforce. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.

KDVR.KWGN values the contribution of its employees. We recognize their efforts by offering a competitive compensation plan and an array of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(K), and more. We are committed to a drug and alcohol-free workplace. Any job offer is conditional upon satisfactorily completing a background and DMV check

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-d9m594-3-144-244-151-42 in your application.