Weekend Anchor/Multimedia Journalist, KNXV Job at Scripps Broadcasting Holdings

KNXV, the E.W. Scripps ABC station in Phoenix, Arizona is looking for a Weekend Anchor/Multimedia Journalist. We want a reporter first – someone who brings high-energy storytelling both to the anchor desk and the field. You’ll anchor weekend mornings and report three days during the week, requiring versatility and drive.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

1. Generate compelling story ideas tailored for multiple platforms.
2. Report live on location from various news events.
3. Organize material, and write stories according to prescribed editorial story style, and formats for each of our platforms- including digital.
4. Research stories through personal contacts, the internet and other sources deciding the best angle and approach for the story.
5. Collaborate effectively with News, Promotion, Production and Engineering on daily broadcast, special projects and online coverage.
6. Make community appearances and participate in station-led initiatives.
7. Build a network of informational sources to provide exclusive stories for the Scripps brand.
8. Meet all production deadlines.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED:

1. Bachelor's degree in related discipline preferred or equivalent years of experience.
2. 5+ years on-camera experience preferred.

WHAT YOU'LL BRING:

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

SCRIPPS' COMMITMENT TO EQUITY, DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION:

At Scripps, we are committed to a diverse and inclusive culture that reflects the communities we serve. We are intentional about creating an environment where employees, our audiences and other stakeholders feel valued and inspired to reach their full potential and make authentic connections. We foster a workplace culture that embraces each person’s diversity, including the extent to which they are similar or different. Scripps leaders believe that an equitable and inclusive culture is not only the right thing to do, it is a business imperative.

ABOUT SCRIPPS:

The E.W. Scripps Company (NASDAQ: SSP) is a diversified media company focused on creating a better-informed world. As one of the nation’s largest local TV broadcasters, Scripps serves communities with quality, objective local journalism and operates a portfolio of more than 60 stations in 40+ markets. Scripps reaches households across the U.S. with national news outlets Scripps News and Court TV and popular entertainment brands ION, Bounce, Defy TV, Grit, ION Mystery and Laff. Founded in 1878, Scripps’ long-time motto is: “Give light and the people will find their own way.”