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Our station is located in the beautiful Rogue Valley near the Southern Oregon Wine Trail and is just a short drive away from great hiking, mountain biking, skiing, golfing, fishing, whitewater rafting, the Britt Festival’s concerts under the stars, and the Tony award-winning Oregon Shakespeare Festival.  If you still need an occasional big city fix, then Portland and San Francisco are just a quick direct flight or a few hours’ drive away.

SENIOR ANCHOR

KDRV-TV (ABC) in Medford, Oregon is looking for an Senior Anchor to join our news team!

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Job description

KDRV-TV has an immediate opening for a Senior/Anchor.

NewsWatch12 in Medford, Oregon, is seeking an outstanding journalist to join its leading news team in Southern Oregon and Northern California.

KDRV is the #1 local news station, having held that title for over 25 years. Most recently named Oregon's Station of the Year. We produce over 30 hours of local television news per week, as well as coverage on digital and social media throughout the day.

If you’re hungry for a career in broadcasting, NewsWatch 12 has a long track record of launching successful careers. We have alums working in great markets around the country, including Seattle, Portland, Sacramento, San Jose, Las Vegas, Phoenix, San Antonio, Austin, Charlotte, Jacksonville, and Orlando. This is a great opportunity to join a newsroom where you can learn, grow, and thrive.

Our station is located in the beautiful Rogue Valley near the Southern Oregon Wine Trail. It is just a short drive away from great hiking, mountain biking, skiing, golfing, fishing, whitewater rafting, the Britt Festival’s concerts under the stars, and the Tony Award-winning Oregon Shakespeare Festival. If you still need an occasional big-city fix, Portland and San Francisco are just a quick direct flight or a few hours’ drive away.

We offer excellent benefits, including medical, vision, dental, and life insurance, as well as a generous paid time off (PTO) plan that includes vacation, sick leave, and holidays.

Role Description

This is a full-time, on-site role for Senior/Anchor at KDRV-TV located in Medford, OR. The role involves anchoring daily newscasts, producing compelling news segments, and reporting on enterprising stories with professionalism and accuracy. Responsibilities include gathering facts, developing story ideas, writing scripts, delivering engaging live or recorded reports, and collaborating with the news team to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Additional responsibilities may include conducting interviews, covering breaking news, and contributing to the editorial process to ensure credible, impactful journalism.

Qualifications

  • Proven experience in live anchoring, reporting, or a similar on-air role
  • Strong breaking news instincts and the ability to ad-lib confidently in live situations
  • Versatility to handle both in-studio and field reporting assignments
  • Excellent storytelling, writing, and communication skills
  • A strong understanding of digital platforms and audience engagement strategies
  • Energetic, self-motivated, and collaborative mindset
  • Passion for community-focused journalism
  • A high-energy, idea-driven journalist who isn’t afraid to lead
  • Someone who thrives under pressure and excels in unscripted, live moments
  • A team player who brings creativity, accountability, and a strong work ethic every day

Allen Media Broadcasting is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace. Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by virtue of an applicant's or employee's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Additional Requirements

  • Background and Drug Screening
  • Valid Driver's License
  • Be able to lift over 50 pounds. 

How to apply

To apply, please go to our website at kdrv.com. Click on "Work With Us" near the bottom of the home page to navigate to our jobs page. KDRV-TV is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

MULTI-MEDIA JOURNALIST

Allen Media Broadcasting's KDRV-TV (ABC) in Medford, Oregon, is accepting applications for a Multi-Media Journalist.

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The successful candidate for this full-time position will possess the fundamentals for work behind the scenes and in front of the camera. We are seeking an individual with a strong foundation in shooting, editing, and writing, and who is eager to develop their skills for potential on-camera opportunities. You must be able to work under deadline pressure and lift equipment weighing approximately fifty (50) pounds. Experience with Edius editing software, TVU, and ENG live van operation is a real plus. Flexibility to work a schedule that includes holidays, nights, and mornings is required. Four-year college or university degree in video production, journalism, communications, or related field preferred. 

This is a great opportunity to join a dominant television station with the market’s top-rated local newscasts and a team producing more local news across more platforms than any other media outlet in our market. 

A PRE-EMPLOYMENT DRUG SCREEN IS REQUIRED. Must possess or be able to obtain an Oregon driver’s license. KDRV-TV is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

This is a great opportunity to join a dominant television station with the market’s top-rated local newscasts and a team producing more local news across more platforms than any other media outlet in our market. 

A PRE-EMPLOYMENT DRUG SCREEN IS REQUIRED. Must possess or be able to obtain an Oregon driver’s license.  KDRV-TV is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

 

MARKETING SPECIALIST

Allen Media Broadcasting's KDRV-TV, the ABC affiliate in Medford, Oregon, is searching for a full-time Account Executive to sell television and digital advertising to local direct and agency clients.

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KDRV-TV, the #1 station in Medford, Oregon is looking for a full-time Marketing Specialist to market television and digital advertising solutions to local direct and agency clients.

The successful candidate is an enthusiastic, go-getter with excellent communications and organizational skills, creativity, persistence, and the ability to meet or exceed budget through new and existing business development.  Prior media marketing experience (TV, cable, radio, print) or other business-to-business sales experience is a real plus.  Must have strong computer skills and be proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.  Bachelor’s degree in business, marketing or related field is helpful.

As a Marketing Specialist on our team, you’ll receive ongoing training and support designed to help you grow and achieve your goals.  We offer great benefits including medical, vision, dental and life insurance, 401(k), and a generous PTO plan (vacation, sick, holidays). 

This is a great opportunity to join a dominant television station with the market’s top-rated newscasts, quality syndicated programming, and strong ABC network programming. Plus, you’ll live and work in beautiful Southern Oregon!

About our company

KDRV is part of Allen Media Broadcasting, a division of Entertainment Studios/Allen Media Group, one of the largest privately-owned media companies in the nation.  AMG owns nine 24-hour HD television networks including The Weather Channel and produces, distributes, and sells advertising for 64 television programs, making it one of the largest independent producers/distributors of first-run syndicated television programming for broadcast television stations.

Some additional requirements:

  • A pre-employment drug screen and background check are required.
  • Good driving record. Must possess or be able to obtain an Oregon driver’s license. 
  • Position is on site.

 

MARKETING ASSISTANT

Allen Media Broadcasting's KDRV-TV (ABC) in Medford, Oregon has an immediate opening for a Marketing Assistant to join our team full-time.

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This position is a great entry point for someone seeking to work in a media sales and broadcast operations environment.  This position is excellent training for someone interested in a future account executive position.  You’ll provide general office support to our sales managers, account executives, and traffic team.  Great computer skills that include proficiency in Word, Excel, Power Point and Outlook are required.  Must type at least 40 words per minute with accuracy.  Strong attention to detail and multi-tasking abilities are a must. A high school diploma or equivalent is required; college degree is a plus. 

A PRE-EMPLOYMENT DRUG SCREEN IS REQUIRED.

Must possess or be able to obtain an Oregon driver’s license.  KDRV-TV is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

ABOUT KDRV-TV

Our station is located in the beautiful Rogue Valley near the Southern Oregon Wine Trail and is just a short drive away from great hiking, mountain biking, skiing, golfing, fishing, whitewater rafting, the Britt Festival’s concerts under the stars, and the Tony award-winning Oregon Shakespeare Festival.  If you still need an occasional big city fix, then Portland and San Francisco are just a quick direct flight or a few hours’ drive away.

ABOUT ALLEN MEDIA BROADCASTING

Allen Media Broadcasting is part of one of the nation’s largest privately owned media companies, Byron Allen’s Entertainment Studios/Allen Media Group, which owns nine 24-hour HD television networks including The Weather Channel and produces, distributes, and sells advertising for 64 television programs, making it one of the largest independent producers/distributors of first-run syndicated television programming for broadcast television stations.

 

 

 

 

CREATIVE SERVICES DIRECTOR

Allen Media Broadcasting's KDRV-TV (ABC) in Medford, Oregon is seeking a hands-on Creative Services Director to join our team.

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The right candidate can make a day one impact developing and guiding advertising and promotional campaigns for all of our content platforms -- on-air, online and mobile.

Responsibilities include producing eye-catching, brand-focused news promos (image, topical, POP, special report & series) that will drive ratings growth.  Candidates will also have the skills needed to produce highly creative, innovative commercial advertising for the station’s advertising clients and partners.

A detail-oriented approach along with excellent organizational and communications skills are a must.  Must be comfortable working under tight deadlines (sometimes extremely tight deadlines).  College or university degree and a minimum of three years of experience in a local television station advertising and promotion department required.  

If you’re a top-notch producer in a larger market looking to transition into management, then this is a great opportunity.  You’ll join a dominant station with the market’s top-rated newscasts, quality syndicated product, and strong ABC network programming to market and promote. 

HOW TO APPLY

 To apply, go to our website at kdrv.com.  Click on "About Us" near the top of the home page and then "Work For Us" in the dropdown menu.

 A PRE-EMPLOYMENT DRUG SCREEN IS REQUIRED. Must possess or be able to obtain an Oregon driver’s license.  KDRV-TV is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

 ABOUT KDRV-TV

 Our station is located in the beautiful Rogue Valley near the Southern Oregon Wine Trail and is just a short drive away from great hiking, mountain biking, skiing, golfing, fishing, whitewater rafting, the Britt Festival’s concerts under the stars, and the Tony award-winning Oregon Shakespeare Festival.  If you still need an occasional big city fix, then Portland and San Francisco are just a quick direct flight or a few hours’ drive away.

ABOUT ALLEN MEDIA BROADCASTING

Allen Media Broadcasting is part of one of the nation’s largest privately owned media companies, Byron Allen’s Entertainment Studios/Allen Media Group, which owns nine 24-hour HD television networks including The Weather Channel and produces, distributes, and sells advertising for 33 television programs, making it one of the largest independent producers/distributors of first-run syndicated television programming for broadcast television stations.