News Anchor-Reporter -Minnesota News Network

About the role

Learfield is seeking a talented and engaging part-time Anchor-Reporter for our News Division. Anchor-reporters are the on-air voices of the network, as well as the content providers of written stories, audio and newscasts for affiliate clients for statewide radio networks.

Responsibilities

• Cover breaking news events of importance to a statewide audience, either in person or through phone interviews. This includes developing sources and conducting interviews with state and national leaders, public officials, and other newsmakers.
• Produce, write, and anchor hourly radio newscasts, ensuring accurate, timely, and engaging delivery of news and information.
• Research, write, edit, and publish news stories across multiple digital platforms, including websites and social media channels.

Qualifications

• Formal training or demonstrated experience in on-air broadcasting.
• 5 years of experience working in a radio or television station, network, or comparable news organization.
• Proficiency with current digital audio editing and production tools.
• Experience operating radio studio equipment and managing studio operations.
• Experience with audio field production, including both live and recorded broadcasts.
• Strong college-level writing, editing, and communication skills.
• Knowledge of government, public affairs, and/or sports systems and processes.
• Bachelor's degree or technical college degree in journalism, communications, broadcasting, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred.

Pay

The national base pay for this position is $20.00 per hour. Individuals may also be eligible for an annual discretionary bonus and/or sales compensation based on individual and company performance. Placement on the range may vary based on factors including but not limited to job-related knowledge, skills, and experience, and geographic location. The pay rate will comply with all minimum federal, state, and local wage/salary requirements.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account
• Life Insurance and Other Insurance Plans
• Flexible Paid Time Off (minimum 10+ days annually), including Parental Leave
• 20 Paid Holidays
• 401(k) + Match
• Short/Long Term Disability