Radio Anchor/Producer/Board Operator

KRDO13 JOB POSTING

Position Information

Position Title: Radio Anchor/Board Operator/Producer
Requisition Number: 26-1111
Employment Type: Full-Time
FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt
Location: Colorado Springs, Colorado
Remote Eligibility: Onsite

Company Overview

KRDO13 is a community-focused media organization delivering award-winning journalism across ABC, Telemundo, Radio, and Digital platforms. We are committed to excellence in storytelling, innovation, and serving Southern Colorado communities with integrity and professionalism.

Job Summary

KRDO News Radio is looking for a dynamic and experienced radio journalist to produce and anchor our live, evening news. This role also requires someone who can simultaneously operate the board during the newscast.  The successful candidate must be a team player who can work under the direction of the News Director and Program Director.  We are looking for someone passionate about radio and the community and who is dependable and committed to the role.

Required Qualifications

• Prior news/journalism experience
  • Prior board operations and producing experience
  • Solid broadcast writing skills and news judgement
  • Ability to shift schedule and report to the studio for breaking news on short notice
  • Ability to work well with news and sales staff
  
  

Schedule Expectations

This position may require early mornings, evenings, weekends, holidays, overtime, and schedule adjustments based on breaking news, severe weather, station events, or operational needs.

Physical & Technical Requirements

• Ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, and lift equipment as necessary
  • Ability to operate computers, broadcast equipment, cameras, editing systems, and other newsroom technology
  • Ability to work in studio, field, and outdoor environments under varying weather conditions
  • Ability to travel locally for station assignments and community events

Work Environment

This position is based onsite in Colorado Springs, Colorado, unless otherwise approved by management. Employees may work in high-pressure, deadline-driven environments typical of broadcast news operations.

Compensation

Annual Salary: $42,000.00 Non-Exempt

In accordance with Colorado law, the compensation range provided is a good faith estimate of what KRDO13 reasonably expects to pay for this position at the time of posting.

Benefits

Eligible employees may receive:
• PTO (Paid Time Off)
• Sick Leave & Personal Holidays
• Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with Employer Match
• FSA & HSA Options
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Long-Term Disability Coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Referral Program Incentives
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Professional Development Opportunities

KRDO13 also provides company-paid Basic Life Insurance, Basic Dependent Life Insurance, and Basic AD&D coverage.

Benefits eligibility and offerings are subject to plan terms and company policies. Visit our benefits hub for more information. https://flimp.live/MyNewsPressBenefits#benefithome

Career Growth & Development

KRDO13 supports employee growth and encourages professional development, continued education, industry training, and internal advancement opportunities.

Additional Requirements

• Pre-employment drug screening required
  • Background check required
  • Must be legally authorized to work in the United States

Application Instructions

To be considered for this opportunity, apply online at KRDO.com/jobs.

Applications will remain open for two months or until offered.

Equal Opportunity & Inclusion Statement

KRDO13 is an Equal Opportunity Employer. KRDO13 does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable federal, state, or local law.

KRDO13 values diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive workplace that reflects the communities we serve.

Salary : $42,000