Morning Anchor

Nexstar Media Group Inc.; Odessa (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Nexstar Media Group Inc. is seeking a Morning Anchor in Odessa, Texas. The ideal candidate will present news content on all platforms, ensure adherence to journalistic standards, and produce newscasts. Requirements include a Bachelor’s degree in Broadcast Journalism, at least five years of news anchoring experience, and excellent communication skills. Responsibilities also involve engaging with viewers via social media and participating in promotional activities. This is a full-time position with flexible shift requirements.

Qualifications

• Minimum five years’ experience in news reporting or anchoring.
• Experience with social media interaction.
• Valid driver's license with a good driving record.

Responsibilities

• Present news stories and content for all platforms.
• Write and deliver news stories clearly.
• Produce newscasts and guide team members.
• Conduct interviews and respond to breaking news.

Skills

Fluency in English

Excellent communication skills

Superior on-air presence

Excellent news judgment

Experience guiding others

Ability to meet deadlines

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Broadcast Journalism or related field

Tools

Computers

Office equipment

Job description

Morning Anchor page is loaded## Morning Anchorlocations: TX, Odessatime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: REQ-41172The News Anchor serves as the primary presenter of news stories and other content for all platforms in a manner that is clear, engaging and meaningful to news consumers.* Presents news stories and other content for all platforms.* Ensures that all news content meets company standards for journalistic integrity and production quality.* Writes and delivers news stories in a clear and concise manner.* Produces newscasts and communicates clear direction with team members.* Assists in writing, copy editing, researching and coordinating news programming and other content.* Acts as a field reporter as assigned.* Conducts interviews with news personnel and others.* Responds to breaking news and other urgent newsrooms situations as required.* Participates in promotional activities including public appearances.* Performs special projects and other duties as assigned.* Edits video clips as assigned.* Writes content for the website and other eMedia platforms.* Interacts with viewers/users on social media sites. Requirements & Skills:* 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 five years’ experience in news reporting or anchoring. (More or less depending on market size.)* 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.* Ability to identify the developmental needs of others and to coach, mentor or otherwise help others to improve their knowledge or skills.* Proficiency with computers, telephones, copiers, scanners, fax machines and other office equipment.* Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.* 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.* Flexibility to work any shift.