News Anchor Job at RPMGlobal in Indianapolis

The Radio One story began simply with a dream and one radio station. Forty years, 13 markets, and 70+ stations later, we are an urban media empire, spanning multiple media platforms. We are in your ears with Reach Media/Radio One, on your televisions with TV One, and may even be the name behind your favorite website, with our digital platform Interactive One. Information is power, and our mission here at Radio One, Inc. is simple, to be the most trusted media source in the African American community. At Radio One, we pride ourselves on hiring people who are dedicated and continue to challenge the norm, while embracing a corporate culture built on creativity and passion. We are our employees’ biggest fans, and it is our daily mission to attract, develop, and retain the brightest stars in the business.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

Know the news stories of the day (local, state, national, international)

Provide in-house anchoring and reporting in a journalistically objective manner

Gather story information, write and deliver live or recorded newscasts.

Contribute story ideas

Be aware of legal issues relating to news gathering, delivery and editorial content

Write, edit, prepare and conduct live and recorded newscasts in a journalistically objective manner, often on tight deadlines

Gather story information by phone, wire, internet and field reporters

Work with Program Director on delivery of content to follow the format clock

Interact with talk shows as part of an on-air ensemble team

Write, edit, prepare, and post written news articles for station’s digital platforms

Develop contacts and sources for stories

Other duties may be assigned

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:

Present a positive and professional attitude and presence at all station events

High-level written and verbal communication skills, and in particular the ability to
communicate around multiple creative projects in a time-sensitive manner

Strong attention to detail and solid organizational and project management skills

Submit to a criminal background check

Legal right to work in the United States

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Bachelor's degree, preferably in Journalism or Communications. Must have newsroom experience: 3 years of anchor experience or an equivalent combination of education.

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