Morning Anchor, MMJ

Job Description

KGUN, the Scripps-owned ABC affiliate in Tucson, Arizona, is seeking a dynamic and experienced Morning Anchor/Multimedia Journalist (MMJ) to join our close-knit newsroom. As a leading news station in the market, we are committed to delivering impactful journalism that serves the diverse communities of Tucson.

In this role, you will be the face of our morning news broadcasts, engaging viewers with your charismatic on-air presence and exceptional storytelling skills. As an MMJ, you will be responsible for researching, writing, shooting, and editing your own stories, showcasing your versatility and passion for multimedia journalism.

Prepare and deliver accurate news reports for the newscast.

WHAT YOU'LL DO:
• Anchor the newscast.
• Research, gather, write and develop news content for multiple platforms.
• May report live on location from various news events.
• Perform various community service activities for station, including performing as master of ceremonies for public service events and as host/hostess for station events.
• Perform other duties as needed and assigned.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED:
• Bachelors degree in related discipline preferred or equivalent years of experience
• Generally, 3+ years on camera experience preferred

WHAT YOU'LL BRING:
• Must connect on camera with a sense of urgency
• Ability to cultivate sources and mine stories
• Knowledge of newsroom computers and computer databases strongly preferred
• Must demonstrate strong news judgment and organizational skills
• Must have keen sense of logistics and ability to work well under intense pressure and deadlines
• Must have good creative and editorial judgment, mastery of journalistic ethics and libel law
• Must be able to speak clearly and concisely
• Valid driver's license, good driving record, and ability to provide proof of insurance with the company required insurance limits.

If you are a current Scripps employee, please do not apply on this site. Please access our internal career site at Worklife > My Info > View Open Positions at Scripps.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-d2we82-3-144-42-205-42 in your application.