Morning Anchor/CTV Creator

Nexstar Media Group Inc.; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Nexstar Media Group, Inc. in Springfield, MO is seeking a dynamic Morning News Anchor/Multiskilled Journalist to lead morning broadcasts and deliver engaging stories across TV, digital, and streaming platforms.

You will anchor live segments, research, write, and produce content for OzarksFirst.com and CTV, while guiding the morning team with strong journalistic judgment and on-air presence.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years in TV or digital journalism with anchoring or reporting skills.
• Bachelor's degree in Broadcast Journalism or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Anchor morning newscasts for TV and CTV platforms.
• Research, write, and deliver stories for linear, digital, and streaming audiences.
• Pitch, write, and edit content for TV, web, and apps.
• Respond rapidly to breaking news and events.
• Engage with viewers across social media and lead the morning team.

Skills

On-camera anchoring

Digital journalism

Social media engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Broadcast Journalism

Tools

Newsroom software

Digital editing equipment

Job description

Ozarks First in Springfield, Missouri, is hiring a dynamic Morning News Anchor/Multiskilled Journalist.

This critical role anchors morning newscasts and drives engaging content across broadcast, digital, and connected TV (CTV) platforms. We are seeking an authentic, polished morning leader and storyteller. You will anchor our morning broadcasts while also serving as a multiskilled journalist (MSJ), researching, writing, and delivering engaging stories for our linear, digital, and streaming audiences.

Key Responsibilities

• On-Air & CTV: Deliver live, unscripted, and well-produced news segments with confidence.
• Content Creation: Pitch, write, and edit high-quality content tailored for TV, web, and our OzarksFirst.com streaming apps.
• Breaking News: Respond promptly and accurately to breaking news and urgent situations.
• Cross-Platform Engagement: Foster community loyalty by frequently interacting with viewers on social media.
• Newsroom Leadership: Set the tone for the morning team, demonstrating superior news judgment and journalistic integrity.

Qualifications & Skills

• Experience: Minimum of 5 years of experience in TV or digital journalism, with proven on-camera anchoring or reporting skills.
• Education: Bachelor's degree in Broadcast Journalism, Communications, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Tech Skills: Proficiency with newsroom software and digital editing equipment.
• Communication: Exceptional oral and written communication skills with the ability to think on your feet.

Requirements

• Valid driver's license with a good driving record.

Nexstar Media Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: NXST) is a leading diversified media company that produces and distributes engaging local and national news, sports and entertainment content across its television and digital platforms, including more than 310,000 hours of programming produced annually by its business units. Nexstar owns America's largest local television broadcasting group comprised of top network affiliates, with 200 owned or partner stations in 116 U.S. markets reaching 220 million people. Nexstar's national television properties include The CW, America's fifth major broadcast network, NewsNation, our national news network providing "News for All America," popular entertainment multicast networks Antenna TV and Rewind TV, and a 31.3% ownership stake in TV Food Network. The Company's portfolio of digital assets, including its local TV station websites, The Hill and NewsNationNow.com, are collectively a Top 10 U.S. digital news and information property. For more information, please visit nexstar.tv.

EEO Statement: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.