Anchor/Reporter
Company: fox com
Location: Seattle
Posted on: October 24, 2024
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Job Description:
OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANYFox Television Stations owns and operates
29 full power broadcast television stations in the U.S. These
include stations located in 14 of the top 15 largest designated
market areas, or DMAs, and duopolies in 11 DMAs, including the
three largest DMAs (New York, Los Angeles, and Chicago). Of these
stations, 18 are affiliated with the FOX Network. In addition to
distributing sports, entertainment, and syndicated content, our
television stations collectively produce approximately 1,200 hours
of local news every week. These stations leverage viewer,
distributor, and advertiser demand for the FOX Network's national
content.JOB DESCRIPTIONFOX 13 and FOX 13+, the Fox O&O duopoly
in Seattle, Washington, is seeking a News Anchor/Reporter to join
our news team. The ideal candidate will possess strong presentation
skills with the ability to enterprise unique stories as well as
cover breaking and hard news. Strong live skills are required. The
candidate will display professionalism and personality both on and
off air.This position requires a strong work ethic, broad knowledge
of current affairs, and the ability to work effectively in a team
environment. In addition, this anchor/reporter must develop sources
and pitch compelling, enterprise stories. Candidates must have
proven presence on social media and be as comfortable in the social
media world as they are in broadcasting. The candidate must operate
with a high degree of journalistic ethics, emotional intelligence,
and must demonstrate the ability to develop and nurture a natural
connection to people and the community.You must be a self-starter
with a great attitude and a desire to win. We require that you are
able to work independently in a high-pressure, fast-paced
environment, gathering information to discern the newsworthiness of
events. When anchoring, you should be engaging with your co-anchors
and the viewer. You should be able to go off-script in breaking
news situations and not worry about a TelePrompTer. When reporting,
you will research thoroughly, write clearly, and produce stories
that are compelling and memorable. You must be a voracious news
consumer, engaged in our community, and participate in
station-sponsored events. Other duties as assigned and deemed
appropriate.A minimum of five years' experience at a local
television broadcast media outlet as an anchor/reporter producing
and delivering local content is preferred. Must have excellent
editorial judgment and the ability to produce content on all
newsroom platforms, including television and digital media. Must
have strong interpersonal skills with colleagues and interviewees.
This is a full-time position with a regular schedule, but the news
is a 24/7 environment which could mean occasional other shifts as
news events or staffing needs warrant. Must have valid credit card
and driver's license.We are an equal opportunity employer and all
qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment
without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin,
gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other
characteristic protected by law. We will consider for employment
qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with
applicable law.At FOX, we foster a culture and environment where
everyone feels welcome and can thrive. We are deeply committed to
diversity, equity, and inclusion, including attracting, retaining,
and promoting diverse talent across our company. We live in a
diverse world, with different ideas and different perspectives that
come together to spark new ideas and make great things happen. That
means reflecting the diversity of the world around us is critical
to our company's success. We ensure that our viewers, communities,
and employees feel heard, represented, and celebrated both on
screen and off.Pursuant to state and local pay disclosure
requirements, the pay range for this role, with final offer amount
dependent on education, skills, experience, and location is:
$105,000.00-117,000.00 annually for Washington. This role is also
eligible for various benefits, including medical/dental/vision
insurance, a 401(k) plan, paid time off, and other benefits in
accordance with applicable plan documents. Benefits for Union
represented employees will be in accordance with the applicable
collective bargaining agreement.
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