KIFI Local News 8

Great to have Karole and Jay back in the building!

Longtime viewers of KIFI Local News 8 will recognize Doug as a former reporter, weekend anchor, and one of our original morning anchors. He first joined the Local News 8 team in 1994 before helping launch our morning newscasts in 1997. “I'm delighted to hear that Doug Long is returning to Local News 8 as evening anchor,” said Eastern Idaho broadcasting legend Jay Hildebrandt. “I remember when Doug began his career at channel 8 back in the 1990s, how impressed I was with his talent and potential. He and Linda Larsen will make a great co-anchor team, and I look forward to watching them on the news," Jay said.

KIFI Local News 8 In The Morning needs a new producer. Our current producer was promoted, so we have an immediate opening. Our morning show can be a lot of fun for producers, as we combine the news of the day with special guests and segments, plus a whole lot of fun. Idaho Falls is the gateway to Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks, and it's a great place to start or continue your news career. Apply today at https://lnkd.in/g_f2RFhS #news #TV #journalism #jobs #idaho #broadcasting #producer

KIFI Local News 8, located in beautiful Idaho Falls, is seeking a highly motivated and skilled Morning Producer to join our staff. If you are looking for an opportunity to work with a great professional news team, here's your chance. Our staff covers stories that are relevant to viewers in today's constantly changing world. We support our employees' growth and celebrate their successes, come join our team.? The candidate will have strong writing and organizational skills. We are a fast-paced newsroom that puts an emphasis on breaking news, enterprise reporting and severe weather coverage. Duties will include directing reporters and photographers to complete assigned tasks, responding to viewer inquiries, and making regular "beat" calls to police and fire agencies to stay on top of breaking news, possess a winning attitude and want to be an integral part of the "big story". A degree in journalism, mass communications or equivalent experience is required. Excellent verbal and written communications skills, strong attention to detail, and possess the ability to stay calm under pressure and handle stress is a must. Must be a good team leader, proficient in multi-tasking and have a flexible schedule. ? If you want to be part of a dynamic newsroom that thrives on breaking news and creating compelling content every day, we want to see your work. Send a link to your work, along with your news philosophy, and what you think makes for great television news product. Please include your resume.? Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, FSA, HSA, Company-paid Life & AD&D.?Supplemental Life and Disability insurances are available. Additional offerings are 401(k) with employer match, Paid Time Off, Employee Assistance Program, Referral Program and Tuition Reimbursement. To apply go to our website: ?https://localnews8.com/ under "About Us" drop down menu select "Jobs”. ? Please include resume and demo link with your application ? Successful candidates must pass a background check and drug test. ????????????????? KIFI Home of Local News 8 is an Equal Opportunity Employer

KIFI Local News 8 is hiring a Morning News Producer for our station in scenic Idaho Falls and a Multimedia Journalist for our Pocatello newsroom. Looking for a beautiful place to grow? Idaho Falls is the gateway to Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks. Daily, we do six hours of live news over our ABC, CBS, and Fox stations. Local News 8 is committed to employee growth and the highest ethical standards. To apply, visit www.localnews8.com and select the jobs tab.

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We’re #hiring a new Digital Content Director in Idaho Falls, Idaho. Apply today or share this post with your network.

KIFI Local News 8 in Idaho Falls, ID looking for an energetic, self-starting Multimedia Journalist with a passion for uncovering the truth.?We take pride in our dedication to journalistic integrity and our mission to provide insightful reporting on a wide range of topics. Join our team of passionate professionals and contribute to our mission of informing and engaging our community.?This position is based out of our station in Idaho Falls. Local News 8 is the news leader for Eastern Idaho and Western Wyoming.?We encourage creative storytelling and provide the tools to make that possible.?We do six hours of live news a day over ABC, CBS and Fox channels, plus many digital outlets including our website, app and numerous social media channels. As the gateway to Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks, Eastern Idaho is an outdoor-lovers paradise. Position Overview:?We are seeking a talented and driven Multimedia Journalist who is willing to learn all aspects of broadcast news. The ideal candidate is a passionate storyteller with a keen interest in current events and a strong commitment to delivering unbiased and objective news to our viewers. You will play a crucial role in researching, writing, and presenting news stories that inform and educate our audience. Key Responsibilities: Research and Investigation:?Conduct thorough research to gather information on news topics, events, and developments. This includes interviewing sources, attending press conferences, and reviewing relevant documents. News Writing:?Write clear, concise, and engaging news articles that adhere to journalistic standards. Craft compelling headlines that capture viewers’ attention. Interviews and Source Building:?Build and maintain relationships with key sources, experts, and community members. Conduct interviews to gather quotes and insights for news stories. Fact-Checking:?Ensure the accuracy of information in news stories by fact-checking sources and verifying details. Deadline Management:?Meet tight deadlines while maintaining the highest quality of reporting. Adapt to breaking news situations and prioritize tasks accordingly. Community Engagement:?Engage with the community through social media, public events, and other platforms to stay attuned to local concerns and interests. Ethical Reporting:?Adhere to ethical and professional standards of journalism, including unbiased reporting, avoiding conflicts of interest, and respecting privacy. Applicants must provide a cover letter, resume, access to reels, as well as references. ?Apply on localnews8.com NPG of Idaho, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer?

As a Multimedia Advertising Consultant for NPG of Idaho selling 4 TV stations, including: KIDK-CBS, KXPI-FOX, CW, Telemundo and the?NewsNOW channel and LocalNews8.com?website & apps, you will be working with a variety of local companies to help them grow their business through television and digital advertising. Our consultants work in a supportive environment, backed by research and marketing tools for creating successful TV and digital advertising solutions.? ? If you have prior sales experience, are not afraid to cold call and believe in a customer focused sales approach, we want to hear from you. We provide comprehensive training and a competitive benefit package, including a generous commission plan for developing new advertisers and converting existing television advertisers to our stations, website and apps. ? Our preferred candidate is a college graduate,?should possess an enthusiastic and positive attitude, strong written and oral communication, organizational and time management skills. You should have, excellent customer service skills and an ability to interface with all types of people at various levels of an organization.?A car in working order, car insurance, and a valid driver's license required. The candidate must pass a drug test and a background check.? ? Please send a resume and cover letter to: localnews8.com

EVENING ANCHOR KIFI Local News 8 in Idaho Falls, ID has an outstanding opening for an experienced evening anchor with a passion for uncovering the truth.?The successful candidate must demonstrate excellent on-air and social media skills, leadership qualities in a newsroom environment, and be detail-oriented. Candidates must be team players and work well in a fast-paced newsroom. 3-5 years of experience anchoring a newscast and reporting is preferred. Local News 8 is the news leader for Eastern Idaho and Western Wyoming.?We do six hours of live news a day over ABC, CBS and Fox channels, plus many digital outlets including our website, app and numerous social media channels.?We take pride in our dedication to journalistic integrity and our mission to provide insightful reporting on a wide range of topics. Join our team of passionate professionals and contribute to our mission of informing and engaging our community. This position is based at our station in Idaho Falls.?As the gateway to Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks, Eastern Idaho is an outdoor-lovers paradise. Position Overview:?The ideal candidate is a passionate storyteller with a keen interest in current events and a strong commitment to delivering unbiased and objective news to our viewers. You will play a crucial role in researching, writing, and presenting news stories that inform and educate our audience. Key Responsibilities: 1. Anchor multiple evening newscasts 2. Research and Investigation: Conduct thorough research to gather information on news topics, events, and developments. This includes interviewing sources, attending press conferences, and reviewing relevant documents. 3. News Writing: Write clear, concise, and engaging news articles that adhere to journalistic standards. Craft compelling headlines that capture viewers’ attention. 4. Interviews and Source Building: Build and maintain relationships with key sources, experts, and community members. Conduct interviews to gather quotes and insights for news stories. 5. Fact-Checking: Ensure the accuracy of information in news stories by fact-checking sources and verifying details. 6. Deadline Management: Meet tight deadlines while maintaining the highest quality of reporting. Adapt to breaking news situations and prioritize tasks accordingly. 7. Community Engagement: Engage with the community through social media, public events, and other platforms to stay attuned to local concerns and interests. 8. Ethical Reporting: Adhere to ethical and professional standards of journalism, including unbiased reporting, avoiding conflicts of interest, and respecting privacy. 9. Continuous Learning: Stay informed about industry trends, new technologies, and emerging news topics to enhance reporting skills and knowledge. 10. Coaching and Mentoring: Serve as a newsroom leader, helping mentor multimedia journalists and producers. Apply on localnews8.com