Job Description
KGO-TV/ABC7 News, the ABC-owned station covering the San Francisco Bay Area, seeks a full-time, experienced anchor for our weekday morning, linear, and streaming newscasts. We are looking for a personable and versatile communicator with exceptional anchoring, reporting, and writing skills for all ABC7 News platforms. The ideal candidate has a passion for news and excels at breaking news coverage on the desk and in the field. We want a self-starter and team player who can collaborate effectively with a wide range of personnel to create compelling content on all platforms. Candidates must be active users of social media for news gathering and have a demonstrated ability to move the audience between linear and digital platforms. A successful candidate will have a proven track record of developing great contacts and sources and telling impactful stories.
We want someone who brings a positive attitude every day and is receptive to feedback. You will be expected to represent KGO-TV at community events, promotional events, and speaking engagements.
This position is covered under SAG-AFTRA – KGO-TV Newspersons Agreement.
What You Will Do
- Craft daily live reports and taped segments
- Pitch story ideas on a daily basis
- Communicate well with others in the newsroom when producing segments
- Collaborate with digital team members throughout the day
- Write clear and compelling copy
- Execute last-minute changes in high-pressure situations
- Turn visually creative, memorable stories when given the opportunity to report in the field or on long-form projects.
Basic Qualifications
- Minimum of three years experience at a local news station as a reporter/Anchor
- Demonstrated ability to work under deadline pressures and work in a rapid, fast-paced environment
- Detail-oriented with strong editorial and production skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Must be flexible with working hours (nights, overnights, holidays) and adaptable to change
Required Education
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience
The hiring range for this SAG-AFTRA role in San Francisco, CA is $89,180.00 – $190,000.00 per year. The base pay actually offered may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. The role also has potential for additional compensation for overtime and early morning/overnight shifts. Select benefits may be provided as part of the compensation package, such as medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered. To learn more about our benefits visit: https://jobs.disneycareers.com/benefits.
TO APPLY: Please log onto www.disneycareers.com and search for Requisition ID# 10100852 (KGO Anchor/Reporter), create a candidate profile, and upload your resume and cover letter.
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ABC7 is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Female/Minority/Veteran/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity.
The Company will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.