Morning Anchor/CTV Creator

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

Job summary

Nexstar Media Group Inc. is seeking a Morning News Anchor/Multiskilled Journalist in Springfield, Missouri. The candidate will lead the newsroom and deliver compelling news stories across various platforms, including linear, digital, and social media.

The ideal applicant must hold a Bachelor’s degree in Broadcast Journalism or a related field, coupled with at least five years of reporting or anchoring experience. Strong writing skills, excellent communication, and a solid understanding of news judgment are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum five years’ experience in news reporting or anchoring.
• Experience guiding, directing, and motivating others.
• Valid driver’s license with a good driving record.

Responsibilities

• Present news stories and other content for various platforms.
• Write and produce content for newscasts, website, and social media.
• Edit video clips as assigned.
• Interact with viewers on social media sites.

Skills

Strong writing skills

Excellent communication skills

Ability to ad lib

Superior on-air presence

Excellent news judgment

Knowledge of current events

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Broadcast Journalism or related field

Tools

Newsroom technology proficiency

Job description

## Morning News Anchor/MSJApplylocations: MO, Springfieldtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: REQ-39634Ozarks First in Springfield, Missouri, is hiring a morning News Anchor/Multiskilled Journalist. The candidate will be a newsroom leader and primary presenter of news stories, delivering clear, engaging, and meaningful content for our newscasts, website, and CTV App.* Presents news stories and other content for linear, digital, CTV App, and social.* Writes and produces content for linear, digital, CTV App, and social.* Ensures that all content meets company standards for journalistic integrity and production quality.* Writes and delivers news stories clearly and concisely.* Strong writer, copy editor, and researcher.* Acts as a field reporter or field anchor as assigned.* Responds to breaking news and other urgent newsroom situations as required.* Participates in promotional activities, including public appearances.* Performs special projects and other duties as assigned.* Edits video clips as assigned.* Interact 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.* 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.