Houston, TX, 77007, USA
1 day ago
Reporter/Anchor, KTRK
**About the Role & Team** KTRK-TV, the Disney-owned television station in Houston, is looking for a seasoned journalist with a passion for storytelling both in the field and at the anchor desk. The ideal candidate is looking for stories that can lead newscasts. This position will require some reporting and some anchoring. **What You Will Do** + Candidates must be master storytellers who can identify, develop, shoot, write,edit, produce and report high-quality, enterprising stories for multiple platforms. + Our ideal candidate also knows how to tell high-impact stories utilizing dataand other research tools and is willing to experiment with new technology. + Must have a desire to serve the community and a knack for quickly cultivatingcontacts and exclusive story ideas. + Leadership ability as an Anchor during Breaking news. **Required Qualifications & Skills** Must be a team player with an exceptional work ethic, the ability to work under deadline, multi-task, prioritize assignments, and have the flexibility to work any shift required. We want a respected, knowledgeable, ethical station representative and team player with a strong presence on social media. Must have a desire to serve the community and a knack for quickly cultivating contacts and exclusive story ideas. + Qualified candidates must have a minimum 2 years major market television news experience with excellent editorial, writing, shooting, editing and on-air presentation skills, including live reporting & ad lib expertise. + Past experience in streaming or digital content producing is a plus. + Past experience in covering sports is also a plus. + Background check clearance and clean driving record will be required. **Education** High School Diploma **Preferred Education** Journalism Degree **Job ID:** 10111125 **Location:** Houston,Texas **Job Posting Company:** ABC Owned TV Stations The Walt Disney Company is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. Disney fosters a business culture where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a rapidly changing world.
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