KSTP-TV in Minneapolis/St. Paul is seeking a Traffic/Anchor Reporter.
Business Unit
KSTP-FM
Employee Classification
Full Time Regular
About Us
KSTP 5 Eyewitness News is the award-winning ABC network affiliate for the Twin Cities. Part of Hubbard Broadcasting, KSTP-TV is a longtime market leader, and is committed to excellence in all that it does-broadcast news with hyper-local coverage, important public service that deals powerfully with today's issues, and now, more than ever, top-notch digital content, to reach our viewers and followers with information the way they want to receive it. When you work for KSTP, or our other local, independently operated station KSTC, Channel 45, you will find yourself among dedicated, passionate people who work hard every day to improve our product and our community. If you have the qualifications, and you are a person of talent and integrity, we invite you to apply!
Job Overview
The Traffic Anchor/Reporter is a key member of our 5 Eyewitness News Morning newscasts and delivers an overview of traffic and commuter conditions in a clear and engaging manner on all platforms. In addition to anchoring live traffic reports, this position will also contribute reporting on transportation and other lifestyle topics to all of our newscasts.
Job Responsibilities
Present live television traffic and news reports concerning ongoing or upcoming road projects impacting our viewers.
Proficient on-camera use of computer-generated graphics and live traffic cameras for presentation during our morning broadcasts.
All traffic content and reporting meets our standards for integrity and quality.
May present live stories from the scene of the news, the newsroom and/or studio.
Enterprise, research and develop stories for broadcast as assigned to air in later newscasts.
Write for and maintain strong presence on website and other social media platforms.
Frequently update online stories.
Complete assignments according to established deadlines.
Maintain extensive community contacts.
Make promotional and community appearances as required.
Maintain appropriate and strict standards with regard to wardrobe, hair, cosmetics, and other areas of grooming.
Communicate and work collaboratively with others in the newsroom.
Contribute to the overall team effort to provide the market with the best possible local television journalism.
Build working relationships with co-workers, community members, and the general public. Act in a professional manner when representing the station.
Report to work on time and work established schedule/hours. Ability to work other hours or alternate schedules as needed, as assigned by the News Director.
Complete other duties as requested and needed.
Qualifications
College degree in journalism, television or communications or equivalent experience; solid journalism background with multi-year experience in traffic reporting role.
Great communicator and storyteller.
Must be knowledgeable in operating WSI/Max Traffic computer system for live on-air traffic presentation graphics.
Ability to handle a variety of news assignments, including frequent live appearances on the news set, as well as reporting from live breaking news and other remote locations.
Solid writing skills required.
Knowledge of production values required.
Ability to get along and communicate with a variety of people in a variety of circumstances.
Ability to read, hear and speak clearly and follow both oral and written direction.
Ability to think critically and quickly and to articulate information in clear, concise manner to others.
Welcome feedback and constructive criticism.
Ability to read Teleprompter, to view video, and to listen to live and recorded audio.
Must be flexible to work any assigned shift including mornings, nights, weekends, holidays; and extended hours.
Must have a valid driver's license, a good driving record and be insurable. Applicant's driving record will be checked.
Please submit a demo reel link of your on-air experience along with your resume and cover letter.
Physical Requirements: Ability to communicate in English, both verbally and in writing. Work with time sensitive and sometimes confidential information under tight deadlines and in pressure situations. Manual dexterity and fine motor skills to manipulate computer keys and camera equipment as well as general office equipment (telephone, copier, etc.). Must be able to move quickly at times from newsroom to edit booths to studio. Sit and/or stand for extended periods of time. Average pushing and pulling, bending and stooping. Travels locally daily. May travel regionally or nationally from time to time. The Company may make reasonable accommodations to facilitate the ability to perform essential job functions.
Additional Information
This position is subject to pre-employment driving record background check. A conviction, violation pending adjudication, or adverse driving record more than 3 years old or does not meet the major violation definition per company policy will not, on its own, disqualify an applicant. The company will use background check information in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with applicable federal, state and local law.
Compensation and Benefits
When extending an offer, the company considers a variety of factors such as (but not limited to) the candidate's work experience, education/training & key skills as well as internal peer equity and other market and business considerations.
The pay range for this position is $80,000-$95,000 annually.
For information regarding our benefits, please copy the link below and paste in your browser: https://hubbardbroadcasting.com/our-company/working-here/
EEO Statement
We are an equal opportunity employer, including disability/vets.
Diversity Statement
Hubbard Broadcasting has been committed to representing the communities we serve since our founding over 100 years ago. The same holds true today. We know the best way to accomplish this is by recruiting and retaining top talent from diverse cultures, life experiences, and world views. With dignity and respect, we value YOU and everything that makes YOU uniquely YOU.
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