Breakfast Television Is Hiring

Hi all,
I found this posting online today and had to post it. What I find interesting is how it says must lead and own local content news cast. Plus I found out what RTNDA stood for today. It stands for the Association for Electronic Journalists I believe.
Just wanted to share!

Check it out.
Anrea

Anchor/Reporter
Citytv Winnipeg
Job Description
Anchor/Reporter - Citytv Winnipeg-22971

Description
Breakfast Television in Winnipeg is looking for an Anchor/Reporter. In this role you will be responsible for:

- Lead and mentor the Breakfast Television local news team
- Develop a network of contacts for stories, focusing on the community
- Generate story ideas
- Co-ordinate with camera crews for scheduling and locations
- Assist with development and production of segments
- Deliver scripted and unscripted information "live" on-air from remote locations and/or in studio environment
- Write clear, concise, accurate news copy under tight deadlines using sound news judgment adhering to the RTNDA code of ethics.
- Search the wires, monitor feeds, write scripts, voice-over visuals, edit and archive stories
- Assist in writing news items and in program preparation
- Participation in station driven community events.
- Other Duties as required

Qualifications
- Ability to lead and own the local news content for Breakfast Television
- Degree/Diploma from a recognized college in Journalism program
- Five (5) years experience in broadcast journalism or related experience
- Two (2) years experience in television hosting/anchoring or reporting
- Excellent knowledge of geography, cultural sensitivities and politics.
- Good interpersonal, communication and emotional intelligence skills required
- Proven ability to work as a member of a team
- Working knowledge of electronic gathering techniques and non linear editing
- Ability to multi task and work with multiple deadlines
- Flexibility to work within a constantly changing environment
- Must be available to work shifts
- A demonstrated sense of humour

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Job Posting - Mar 1, 2011

Job - On-Air Talent

Primary Location - CA-MB-Winnipeg

Schedule - Full-time

Employee Status - Regular

Travel - No

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Application deadline: 11 / 03 / 2011