Position: (Full Time) News Anchor/Reporter
Reports to: Head of News
Station CKRM/CGJX
Location: Regina
Application Deadline: Until filled
About the Opportunity
Harvard Media operates at the forefront of news and information delivery in Saskatchewan. As one of Saskatchewan’s largest news organizations, Harvard Media has two leading news radio stations, “CKRM” in Regina and “GX94” in Yorkton. We are dedicated to delivering high-quality, balanced news that resonates with the community. We are in search of a News Anchor and Reporter, excited about telling Saskatchewan stories. Join our team and become one of the “Voices of Saskatchewan”.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
- Prepare and anchor news and sports packages as scheduled
- Produce quality news casts with a priority on local fist
- Report on breaking news stories as they occur
- Find creative ways to incorporate local sound
- Attend media events as scheduled, condensing and writing locally relevant news stories
- Source and write local and regional news stories through established contacts and all other available sources
- Post and update social media feeds and station website with relevant content through the life of a story
- Monitor social media and emergency services feeds for potential news sources
- Localize regional, national and internationally trending stories for our listening audience
- Other duties as assigned
Essential Knowledge and Skills:
- Ability to multi-task with keen attention to detail and deadlines
- Able to work unsupervised and take direction
- Ability to quick turn stories while adhering to journalistic standards of accuracy, fairness and accountability
- Agriculture background an asset
- Team player that thrives in a busy cross platform collaborative environment
- Ability to work in multi-platform environment including radio, digital news writing and video gathering
- Knowledge of KLZ Newsroom, Villager, SoCast and Wide Orbit software an asset
- Must understand responsible, effective use of social media
Essential Requirements:
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Ability to multi-task with keen attention to detail and deadlines
- Willing to work flexible hours
- Must have a valid driver's license and provide a current driver abstract
How to Apply:
If this sounds like the next step in your radio career, we’d love to hear from you!
Please apply directly through our careers site including links to your audio, video and social contents.
https://www.harvardmedia.com/careers
Harvard Broadcasting Inc. values diversity in its work force and is committed to Employment Equity.
