Morning News Anchor & Team Mentor

Nexstar Media Group, Inc.; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 50,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Nexstar Media Group, Inc. in Wichita, KS is hiring a Morning News Anchor to lead our morning show, write and deliver stories, and mentor rising journalists. The anchor will collaborate with editors and producers, report on daily developments, and engage audiences across platforms.

The role emphasizes strong storytelling, editorial judgment, and a visible on-air presence, with opportunities to contribute investigative or franchise reporting and represent the station in the Wichita community.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Broadcast Journalism, or equivalent experience.
• Fluency in English; Spanish a plus.
• Excellent oral and written communication; ability to ad lib.
• Minimum five years’ experience in news reporting and anchoring.
• Superior on-air presence and strong news judgment.
• Experience guiding, directing and motivating others; coaching/mentoring.
• Proficiency with office equipment and technology.
• Ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple tasks.
• Valid driver’s license with a good driving record.
• Flexibility to work any shift.

Responsibilities

• Present news stories for all platforms.
• Ensure content meets company standards for journalistic integrity and production quality.
• Write and deliver news stories in a clear and concise manner.
• Assist in writing, copy editing, researching and coordinating news programming.
• Act as a field reporter as assigned.
• Conduct interviews with news personnel and others.
• Respond to breaking news and urgent newsroom situations as required.
• Participate in promotional activities including public appearances.
• Performs special projects and other duties as assigned.
• Writes content for the website and other eMedia platforms.
• Interacts with viewers/users on social media sites.

Skills

English fluency

Spanish (bonus)

Communication skills

Team mentoring

News storytelling

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Broadcast Journalism

Job description

Nexstar Media Group, Inc. in Wichita, KS is hiring a Morning News Anchor to lead our morning show, write and deliver stories, and mentor rising journalists. The anchor will collaborate with editors and producers, report on daily developments, and engage audiences across platforms.

The role emphasizes strong storytelling, editorial judgment, and a visible on-air presence, with opportunities to contribute investigative or franchise reporting and represent the station in the Wichita community.