Morning Anchor

Nexstar Media; Terre Haute (IN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Nexstar Media in Terre Haute, IN seeks a skilled News Anchor to serve as the primary presenter across platforms. You will deliver clear, engaging news content, write stories, and coordinate with the production team to ensure high-quality broadcasts.

The role requires a strong on-air presence, sharp news judgment, and the ability to mentor others while meeting tight deadlines. Flexibility for shifts and field reporting is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Broadcast Journalism or related field, or equivalent combination of education and work-related experience.
• Fluency in English with excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Minimum five years' experience in news reporting or anchoring; varies by market size.

Responsibilities

• Serve as primary presenter of news for all platforms in a clear, engaging manner.
• Write and deliver news stories concisely and accurately.
• Produce newscasts and coordinate with team members.
• Conduct field interviews and responding to breaking news.
• Edit video clips and contribute to online content.
• Engage with viewers on social media and in eMedia platforms.

Skills

News anchoring

Writing

Communication

English fluency

Team leadership

Deadline-driven

Interviews

Adaptability

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor's degree in Broadcast Journalism

Equivalent education/experience

Tools

MS Office

Video editing basics

Job description

• The 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.