Morning Anchor/Producer

KNBN Newscenter 1, the NBC station in Rapid City, SD, is looking for a Morning Anchor to join our growing team. As the morning anchor, you will be responsible for anchoring and producing our Monday - Friday morning newscast. NewsCenter1/KNBN-TV is part of Forum Communications Company, a family-owned and -operated company based in Fargo, North Dakota, and produces over 16 hours of local news, weather, and sports content each week as we continue to grow our staff in the news department. This is an excellent opportunity for anyone eager to be a part of an innovative, cutting-edge team in an industry that will provide you with the opportunity to work in an exciting and challenging environment ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Anchor daily newscasts, and a ssist in producing daily newscasts. Deliver live, scripted, pre-recorded, and breaking news reports, whether in the studio or in the field. Write, edit, and produce daily news stories, including voice-over's, that will air in our daily newscasts. Collaborate with newsroom staff to gather and record news content. Organize segments to ensure the most interesting and timely pieces are presented first. Research news and current events on the local, state, national, and international levels. Interview guests and other members of the community involved in stories. Establish and maintain news contacts in the community, and e ngage in the community with public appearances. Comply with journalism ethics and standards, and ensure a professional appearance, manner, and use of language throughout broadcasts. QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor's Degree in Journalism or Communication, with p revious experience as a news anchor or broadcast reporter is strongly preferred. Active social media presence on multiple platforms. Proven media personality, with the ability to remain comfortable and professional while on camera, as well as a bility to improvise on camera when necessary. Broadcast experience, anchoring and reporting. Passion for breaking news and current events, and general knowledge of local, national, and international affairs. Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills. Ability to work under pressure with strict deadlines. Ethical and professional research, writing, and reporting skills. Works well both collaboratively and independently. ABOUT THE COMPANY We are a family-owned media and technology company that has been providing trustworthy, quality journalism and business solutions for more than a century. We've always been in the business of telling stories, but we're more than just a newspaper today. As one of the Upper Midwest's largest media organizations, we are leaders in the business of print and digital news, technology, telebroadcasting, printing, and agency advertising. The company is comprised of passionate and purpose-driven people fueled by collaboration and innovation. In addition to a generous benefits package, you'll enjoy development and growth opportunities, an inclusive and creative culture, and a safe working environment. We believe in supporting each other, working hard towards common goals, and having fun. Come for the perks. Stay for the people. We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. FCC currently does not offer employer sponsorship. recblid vrn259fopho4qq020lhvhxm1291jux