Jim Scott (Journalist) Bio, Age, Wife, Family, Sons, Salary and Net Worth

Jim Scott is an American journalist who was born and brought up in Casper, WY United States of America. Currently, he works at KGET TV17 in Kern County, as a news anchor and reporter. Previously, before joining KGET TV17 in Kern County, Scott worked as a news reporter and anchor at KERO-TV.

Additionally, Jim co-anchored KGET’s evening newscast with his wife Robin Mangarin for 15 years.

Jim Scott Age and Birthday

Jim was born in Casper, WY in the United States. However, the exact date of birth of the Kern County anchor/ reporter is not yet known to the public. As such, it is difficult to establish his actual age or when he celebrates his birthday. Nevertheless, we are keeping tabs and will update you once this information is available.

Jim Scott Height and Weight

Jim stands at an average height and moderate weight. He appears to be quite tall in stature if his photos, relative to his surroundings, are anything to go by. However, details regarding his actual height and other body measurements are currently not publicly available. We are keeping tabs and will update this information once it is out.

Jim Scott Education

Details about Jim’s early educational background are not available. However, he revealed that he worked as a graveyard shift deejay for a top-40 AM radio station in Casper, WY while in high school. Nevertheless, immediately after completing high school, Scott joined the University of Wyoming where he studied and graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Broadcasting in 1980.

Jim Scott Family

After doing our research, details about his parents are not available and it is also not known if he has any siblings. Nevertheless, as soon as we have information about Jim’s father, mother, sisters, and brothers we shall update his family members immediately.

Jim Scott Wife

Jim married Robin Mangarin in 1989 in a private wedding ceremony attended by close friends and family. Scott and his wife are blessed with two children namely, Jack and Riley. The family resides in Bakersfield, CA.

Jim met his wife Robin Mangarin at KERO-TV and decided to pursue their journalism career together ever since they got married. Additionally, Scott attends Canyon Hills Assembly of God and St. Francis Churches with his wife and children. Scott deeply cherishes their church families. Besides, Jim Scott says that the best thing about living in Kern County is the people and the giving spirit of the Golden Empire.

Jim Scott Wife Bio | Robin Mangarin Wife

Robin was working in Ventura County when 23ABC’s director spotted her on TV. The director asked her to send a video reel. Mangarin was the first Filipina woman on local news in California and also went on to be a part of the first all-female anchor team in Kern County.

In her time at 23ABC, she traveled around the world to report together with stops in China, and also the Philippines. Robin Mangarin has also served as a health care reporter at KGET-TV.

In 2015, she received the Kern County Hispanic Chamber of Commerce’s Community Service Award.

Robin was also recognized nationally with the Innovation Award from HealthGrades for her work in connecting patients to Dignity Health services and physicians. Jim and Robin Scott have two sons namely Jack and Riley.

However, Robin Mangarin left KGET on June 15, 2011, after announcing that she was stepping down to pursue a career in community service. Mangarin had anchored KGET’s evening newscasts with her co-anchor husband, Jim Scott, for more than 14 years. Despite her retirement, Jim Scott remained with the station in his position as anchor and managing editor for the 5, 6, and 11 p.m. newscasts.

Robin said she had no job prospects and had not had “a single interview,” but it was something she’d considered for at least a year and a half.“I’m at the end of my 25th year (as a Bakersfield broadcaster) on May 31, and it just seemed like a good time to redirect my life,” she said.

Jim Scott Wife Bittersweet Announcement | Robin Mangarin Bittersweet Announcement

Robin Mangarin said she was keeping herself open to a range of possibilities, but would most like to focus on health care and children’s issues, topics that appeared frequently in her reporting. She is an active supporter of the Children’s Miracle Network and serves on the board of directors of the Women and Girls Fund and the community board of the American Cancer Society.

Besides, she is a past board member of CASA of Kern County and The Kern County Network for Children. News director John Pilios called the announcement “bittersweet.”

Janelle Capra, director of Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals, said both Jim Scott and Robin Mangarin have been invaluable assets to the network, which raises money for children’s hospitals. The couple has been involved with an annual telethon — later renamed a mediathon to reflect the inclusion of radio — since 1997.

Jim Scott Children and Sons

Jim and his wife Mangarin are parents of two sons named Jack and Riley. Scott’s eldest son Jack is studying agricultural marketing at Cornell University while Riley is in high school.

Jim Scott Salary

KGET TV17 news anchor salaries range from an average of $32,465 to $50,997 a year. However, these figures may vary substantially according to the level of seniority of the employee in question. At the moment, we do not have the exact salary and net worth of Jim but we’ll keep tabs and update once it is available.

Jim Scott Net Worth

Jim has been in the media and journalism industry for more than four decades. He has no doubt amassed a huge fortune with the bulk of his wealth coming from his professional journalism career. Despite his obvious riches, Scott prefers to lead a modest lifestyle. However, the specifics about his assets and liabilities are still under review making it difficult to establish his actual net worth.

Jim Scott Measurements and Facts

Here are some interesting facts and body measurements you should know about Jim.

Jim Scott Bio and Wiki

• Full Names: Jim Scott
• Gender: Male
• Occupation / Profession: Journalist
• Nationality: American
• Race / Ethnicity: Not Available
• Religion: Not Known
• Sexual Orientation: Straight

Jim Scott Birthday

• Age / How Old?: N/A
• Zodiac Sign: N/A
• Date of Birth: N/A
• Place of Birth: Casper, WY
• Birthday: N/A

Jim Scott Body Measurements

• Body Measurements: Not Available
• Height / How Tall?: Not Known
• Weight: Not Known
• Eye Color: Not Available
• Hair Color: Gray
• Shoe Size: Not Available

Jim Scott Family and Relationship

• Father (Dad): Not Known
• Mother: Not Known
• Siblings (Brothers and Sisters): Not Known
• Marital Status: Married
• Wife/Spouse: Married to Robin Mangarin
• Dating / Girlfriend: Not Applicable
• Children: Sons (Jack and Riley)

Jim Scott Networth and Salary

• Net Worth: Under Review
• Salary: $32,465 to $50,997
• Source of Income: Journalism

Jim Scott Kern County Career

His first job out of college was news director for a small AM radio station in Newcastle, WY.

After working for two years in the small AM radio station, Jim landed his first TV news job, at a Casper station. Again two years later, Jim Scott accepted a job at KERO-TV in Bakersfield.

He worked at Kern County’s KGET TV and anchored alongside his wife Robin Mangarin until her career diversion into healthcare. Scott’s news interests are varied.

Jim Scott enjoys covering local politics, government, the environment, energy and aerospace beats. Scott likes enjoying quality time with his family. His hobbies include golf, dirt biking, and reading.

Jim Scott 17 News Age

When Robin was offered a job at a San Diego TV station in 1993, they decided to give it a try. In 1996, KGET TV asked Jim Scott and Robin to come back to Bakersfield and work for 17 News. This was after the couple decided to give San Diego TV Station a try, following a job offer.

KGET TV gave them an offer they couldn’t refuse, and have never regretted. Scott anchors at 5, 6 and 11 p.m. KGET TV 17 News tackles the latest news, weather, and sports in and around Kern County.

Frequently Asked Questions About Jim Scott Kern County

Who is Jim Scott?

Jim is a well-known news reporter and anchor for KGET TV17 in Kern County. Prior to joining KGET TV17 in Kern County, he worked as a news reporter and anchor at KERO-TV.

How old is Jim Scott?

Scott was born in Casper, WY, USA, he has not shared his exact date of birth with the public yet. Nevertheless, as soon as we have his actual date of birth we shall update Jim’s age immediately.

How tall is Jim Scott?

Jim stands at an average height, he has not shared his height with the public. His height will be listed once we have it from a credible source.

Is Jim Scott married?

Yes, he married Robin Mangarin in 1989 in a private wedding ceremony attended by close friends and family. Together they have two children. The couple resides in Bakersfield, CA.

How much is Jim Scott worth?

Jim has not yet revealed his net worth. Nevertheless, as soon as we get and verify information about the wealth and properties under his name we shall update Scott’s exact net worth.

How much does Jim Scott make?

Per our average wage estimates for a journalist in the United States, Jim receives an annual salary ranging between $32,465 to $50,997 that translates to an hourly average wage of between $15.61 and $24.52.

Where does J Scott live?

He is a resident of  Bakersfield, CA, USA. Furthermore, as soon as we have his exact location of residence we shall upload pictures of his house immediately.

Is J Scott dead or alive?

Scott is alive and in good health.

Where is J Scott Now?

Jim is pursuing his career in journalism. He is working as a news anchor and reporter at KGET TV17 in Kern county since 1996.

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