Weekend Anchor/weather/weekday Mmj

Tribune-Star

Bakersfield, CA, United States
Base: $20 - $22.50ph; bonus/equity: not specified;...
Not specified (likely hybrid or flexible based on the nature of the role)
Produce and anchor weekend newscasts
Present weather forecasts on air
Shoot, write, and edit news stories
KGET in Bakersfield is seeking a versatile Weekend Anchor/Weather Reporter who will produce and anchor weekend newscasts and serve as a multi-media journalist (MMJ) during weekdays. The ideal candidate should have a background in broadcast journalism and experience in news reporting, capable of delivering compelling stories while contributing to the station's mission of public service

Job Summary

  • The role involves producing and anchoring two 30-minute newscasts on Saturdays and Sundays while presenting weather.
  • The successful candidate will serve as a Multimedia Journalist (MMJ) for three weekdays and act as a fill-in anchor on other days.
  • KGET is the ratings leader in Market 125 with a mission to make Bakersfield a better place through serious news done well.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

KGET in Bakersfield is seeking a versatile Weekend Anchor/Weather Reporter who will produce and anchor weekend newscasts and serve as a multi-media journalist (MMJ) during weekdays. The ideal candidate should have a background in broadcast journalism and experience in news reporting, capable of delivering compelling stories while contributing to the station's mission of public service.

Salary

Base: $20 - $22.50/hour; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Produce and anchor weekend newscasts
  • Present weather forecasts on air
  • Shoot, write, and edit news stories
  • Work as MMJ for three weekdays
  • Fill-in anchor on weekdays

Nice-to-have

  • Ability to ad lib when required
  • Nurturing culture around public service
  • Willingness to travel for key interviews

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Broadcast Journalism or equivalent
  • Minimum two years' experience in news reporting
  • Valid driver's license with a good driving record

Work Rights

Not specified

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