Weekend Anchor/Reporter
On-siteSpringfield, Missouri, United States
Job Summary
Present news stories and produce content for linear broadcasts, the CTV App, and social platforms while ensuring journalistic integrity. Write, edit video clips, and deliver news clearly and concisely, acting as a field reporter or anchor as assigned. Respond to breaking news and urgent situations, participate in promotional activities, and interact with viewers on social media. Requires a Bachelor's degree in Broadcast Journalism, three years of reporting experience, fluency in English, and a valid driver's license. Full-time weekend role with on-air presence and news judgment. Nexstar Media Group produces content across 200 owned or partner stations reaching 220 million people.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Broadcast Journalism, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience
- Fluency in English
- Excellent communication skills, both oral and written, with the ability to ad lib when required
- Minimum three years' experience in news reporting or anchoring
- Superior on-air presence
- Excellent news judgment with an expansive knowledge of local and national current events, history, newsmakers, and issues
- Experience guiding, directing, and motivating others
- An ability to identify the developmental needs of others and to coach, mentor, or otherwise help others to improve their knowledge or skills
- Proficiency with all newsroom technology, including computers, telephones, copiers, scanners, and other office equipment
- Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments, and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
- An ability to effectively listen to fully understand problems and communicate with a team to shape a solution
- Valid driver's license with a good driving record
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