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News Anchor/Reporter/Writer

CUMULUS MEDIA, Dallas, TX, United States


Company Overview
Cumulus Media | Dallas currently features 5 stations in the Dallas/Ft. Worth metro area: KTCK 96.7FM/ 1310AM The Ticket, KPLX 99.5 The Wolf, KSCS 96.3FM New Country, WBAP 820AM/93.3FM News/Talk, KLIF 570AM/96.3HD-2 News/Talk. At Cumulus Dallas we strive to hire passionate, driven, resourceful, problem solvers who have the ability to drive the evolving, diverse culture of the Power of Radio to success.

Position Overview
CUMULUS MEDIA | Dallas is seeking a skilled News Anchor, Reporter, and Writer to join our team. The ideal candidate demonstrates strong editorial judgment, understands effective story selection, and has a keen appreciation for the power of audio to engage listeners. We are looking for someone who can deliver compelling, fast‑paced storytelling and respond quickly and confidently to breaking news—elevating our coverage with accuracy, creativity, and urgency. Our newsroom is fully staffed and equipped with the tools and technology needed for success; now we’re looking for the right talent to help us continue to excel. Proficiency in digital and social media platforms, including Facebook, X, Instagram, and YouTube, is required. The role also demands a willingness to report from the field and develop strong source relationships.

Qualified candidates should have a minimum of three years of experience in medium-to-major market broadcast news, possess an exceptional work ethic, maintain a positive and proactive attitude, demonstrate strong initiative, and have a clear understanding of our target audience.

Key Responsibilities

Write and voice news stories including outside of the newsroom

Write news stories for the station websites

Post new stories on social media

Handles emergency news/weather in show; on call for weather disasters/breaking news

Individual will perform various news duties as needed, with the potential of working overnight or early morning hours, and some anchoring as necessary

Qualifications

At least 3 years of experience in radio news or website journalism

Familiarity with digital audio editing software required

Experience with long‑form, breaking, non‑scripted, weather coverage is vital

Excellent written and verbal communication skills required

Great team player

What We Offer

Competitive Pay

Focused, responsible and collaborative work environment with the ability, to ask “what if” and try innovative solutions

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance coverage

401K with company match

Paid Vacation, Sick & Holiday time off

Parental leave time off benefits, life insurance, disability insurance, wellness, and an employee referral bonus program

For immediate consideration, please visit https://jobs.cumulusmedia.com/jobs

For more information about Cumulus Media, visit our website at: https://www.cumulusmedia.com/

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