KFSN Weekend Anchor/Reporter Job at The Walt Disney Company (France) in Fresno

KFSN-TV/ABC30 Action News, the ABC Owned Station in Central California, has an opening for a weekend anchor/reporter who is responsible for crafting high impact content on linear and digital platforms. The candidate also sets the tone for teamwork and excellence within the station and across the station group. The anchor/reporter is an empathetic and ethical news leader who is committed to uncovering and reporting the facts, and with integrity above all else. This person must be a team player, compelling journalist, and skilled storyteller with the ability to authentically engage and connect with audiences on all platforms. Additionally, the anchor/reporters must demonstrate a full understanding of the powerful voice and responsibility journalists have when it comes to the communities they serve.

This position will anchor Saturday/Sunday, and report three days a week.

Responsibilities

• Effectively handle breaking news live on-air, without a script, both in studio and out in the field

• Ability to research, set up, shoot, write and edit content on a daily basis

• Contribute exceptional reporting, writing and interviewing skills

• Active use of social media for promotion and news gathering

• Enterprise stories and bring strong pitches to daily meetings

• Foster positive relationships and develop strong contacts in the community

• Collaborate with producers and managers before, during and after shows, always looking for ways to improve, evolve and innovate storytelling from the studio or field

• Create unique and shareable stories for television, digital, social and streaming

• Participate in community and station public events

• Fill in for other anchors/reporters

Basic Qualifications

• Previous anchor experience

• Know how to present active and engaging live shots

• Must work well under deadline pressure

• Must have schedule flexibility and ability to work holidays

• Ability to shoot and edit content as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• Three years of experience on the air. This is not an entry level position.

• Experience with Adobe Premiere and/or Dalet One-Cut

Required Education

• A college degree or equivalent

Additional Info

• Please include link to your recent reel on your resume

The hiring range for this SAG-AFTRA role in Fresno, CA is $62,000 to $75,000 per year. The base pay actually offered may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. The role also has potential for additional compensation for overtime and early morning/overnight shifts. Select benefits may be provided as part of the compensation package, such as medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered. To learn more about our benefits visit: https://jobs.disneycareers.com/benefits .