TV News Anchor

TV Station

KOMU 8 News is looking for a new team member!

KOMU 8 is a full-powered NBC and CW affiliate proudly owned by the University of Missouri, serving the Columbia-Jefferson City, MO market. It is the only network-affiliated television station in the country with a dual mission: to inform the public and to serve as the premier training ground for future journalists through the world-renowned Missouri School of Journalism.

KOMU 8 is an award-winning, nationally recognized news organization working to share impactful and important stories on all platforms. The station also supports community interests through various public service efforts throughout the year. KOMU 8 believes in creating a working environment that attracts the best and brightest people.

KOMU 8 News is looking to add a TV News Anchor to its team of veteran on-air talent. Our anchors are not only the face of our local news broadcasts, but they are also involved in coverage planning, storytelling, and community outreach. Our anchors develop, research, write, shoot, and edit their own stories. They are also involved in coaching, mentoring, and sometimes teaching of students.

News Anchors at KOMU 8 are expected to be engaged in the local community. We are looking for someone who has a strong social media presence and a willingness to engage with others through social media.

Key Responsibilities:

* Anchor the 2.5-hour morning newscast, including presenting, researching, writing, and editing stories relevant to Mid-Missouri audiences

* Produce original stories for television, digital, and social platforms

* Mentor and supervise student producers, reporters, and production assistants assigned to the newscast

* Develop, research, and report a recurring franchise that can be cross-promoted and shared across multiple newscasts

* Maintain an active, authentic social media presence that engages audiences and follows industry best practice

* Represent KOMU 8 News in the community through appearances, speaking engagements, and other outreach opportunities

* Perform other newsroom duties as assigned

If you are looking to join a newsroom with veteran supervisors and hungry young journalists, we want to talk to you!

3 a.m. to 11 a.m. Monday through Friday.

Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience and at least 2 years of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary

• 1 to 2 years of experience news anchoring and/or reporting
• Experience reporting on live TV
• Experience with Investigative Storytelling
• Strong social media presence and engagement

Hiring Salary Range: $24.73 to $36.46 per hour
Grade: GGS-MKT
University Title: ON-AIR TALENT TELEVISION
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Resume and Cover Letter. Please include a link or information to access an online portfolio of your past work.

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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