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Job Description:

News Anchor/Reporter | 4 News Now | Spokane, WA

About us: 

4 News Now, the ABC affiliate in Spokane, Washington, is a family-owned, people-first newsroom.  The community is at the core of what we do and who we are, and we believe it is our duty to inform, but also to inspire.   

About this opportunity: 

Are you an experienced news anchor who also likes to report on important issues? Do you understand what the audience needs from you across TV and digital platforms? Can you anchor the news in a way that connects with the community?  We’d love for you to join our team. We have an immediate opening for an anchor/reporter in an innovative, close-knit newsroom that is committed to journalism and its values. You’ll anchor our morning newscast alongside our experienced morning show team. You’ll share information and video on digital platforms. You’ll also research and report on important, promotable stories. We’re a newsroom that thrives on growth and teamwork. You'll join a family-owned company in the beautiful northwest, where you can enjoy an exciting city without the hour-long commute to work. Spokane is surrounded by beautiful scenery, lakes and mountains and has more than enough news to keep a journalist engaged. 

What you’ll do: 

• Develop assigned stories from news leads 
• Anchor weekday newscasts; fill-in on other newscasts as needed.  
• Report, write, capture visual content, edit and produce stories for multiple platforms  
• Assist online staff in preparing for multi-media stories 
• Research and present special reports 

What you’ll bring: 

• 4-year degree; Journalism degree preferred 
• Innate curiosity about the world around you 
• Knowledge of broadcast quality camera equipment 
• Possess strong broadcast and AP style writing skills  
• Strong news judgment and organizational skills 
• 3+ years experience as an anchor, past experience as a reporter or MMJ 

Preferred Skills:

What 4 News Now offers: 

• We’re a dynamic and progressive family-owned business that values our employees, our culture and our community 
• We are a team of talented and creative professionals.  Who wouldn’t want to work with the best in the business? 
• Mentoring and training programs to promote success in your role 
• Salary range: $70,000 - $75,000/yearly
• Medical, dental, vision, prescription, life and long-term disability insurance, EAP, flexible spending account, 401(k), paid time off including vacation, sick, personal days and holidays 

What’s next?  We want excited, passionate journalists with great ideas and the ability to work in a fast-paced newsroom with a great team.  To apply on-line include your resume and link go to:  https://www.kxly.com/station/jobs-with-kxly

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