Morning News Anchor: Lead Storytelling & Live Reporting

Nexstar Media Group Inc.; Glen Iris (AL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Nexstar Media Group, Inc. is seeking a Morning News Anchor in Alabama to serve as the primary presenter of news across platforms. The role requires clear, engaging delivery and adherence to journalistic standards while guiding production teams.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in news reporting or anchoring, fluent English, strong on-air presence, and experience with OBS/VMIX. The position includes writing, field reporting, and contributing to digital content.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Broadcast Journalism or equivalent experience.
• Fluency in English is required.
• Minimum five years’ experience in news reporting or anchoring.

Responsibilities

• Present news stories across all platforms with clear and engaging delivery.
• Produce newscasts and coordinate with team members.
• Write and deliver news stories clearly and concisely.
• Serve as a field reporter and conduct interviews as assigned.
• Respond to breaking news and urgent newsroom situations.
• Edit video clips and write content for websites and eMedia platforms.
• Interact with viewers on social media and participate in promotions.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

News judgment

Leadership / mentoring

Time management / multi-tasking

Interviewing skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Broadcast Journalism

Tools

OBS/VMIX

Job description

Nexstar Media Group, Inc. is seeking a Morning News Anchor in Alabama to serve as the primary presenter of news across platforms. The role requires clear, engaging delivery and adherence to journalistic standards while guiding production teams.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in news reporting or anchoring, fluent English, strong on-air presence, and experience with OBS/VMIX. The position includes writing, field reporting, and contributing to digital content.