Logo
Walt Disney

KGO - Anchor/Reporter

Walt Disney, San Francisco, California, United States, 94199


Job Posting Title:

KGO - Anchor/ReporterReq ID:

10100852Job Description:Disney Entertainment’s eight-owned ABC stations are multiplatform leaders in local news and information. Emmy Award-winning station KGO-TV ABC7 is the San Francisco Bay Area’s source for breaking news, weather, and live video. Widely recognized for its solution-based promise to help the Bay Area communities, the station’s initiative “Building a Better Bay Area” dedicates more time and resources to reporting on the issues that impact its viewers’ quality of life. KGO-TV is an ABC-owned television station serving San Francisco, Oakland, San Jose, and all of the greater Bay Area.KGO-TV/ABC7 News 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.Application Instructions:

Please include a link to your demo reel on your resume to be considered for this role. In addition, please send examples of stories you enterprised as a reporter and show us how you use social media to find, research, break and promote your stories.What you will do:Craft daily live reports and taped segmentsPitch story ideas on a daily basisCommunicate well with others in the newsroom when producing segmentsCollaborate with digital team members throughout the dayWrite clear and compelling copyExecute last-minute changes in high-pressure situationsTurn 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/AnchorDemonstrated ability to work under deadline pressures and work in a rapid, fast-paced environmentDetail-oriented with strong editorial and production skillsExcellent verbal and written communication skillsMust be flexible with working hours (nights, overnights, holidays) and adaptable to changeRequired Education:Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experienceThe hiring range for this SAG-AFTRA role in San Francisco, CA is $89,180.00 - $190,000.00 per year. The base pay 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:

Disney Careers Benefits .Job Posting Segment:

Disney NetworksJob Posting Primary Business:

Disney Networks AllPrimary Job Posting Category:

Talent GeneralEmployment Type:

Full timePrimary City, State, Region, Postal Code:

San Francisco, CA, USADate Posted:

2024-09-13

#J-18808-Ljbffr