News Anchor

Nexstar Media Group, Inc.; Fresno (CA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Nexstar Media Group, Inc. is seeking a News Anchor to serve as the primary presenter of news stories and other content across all platforms. The role requires clear, engaging delivery and adherence to company standards for journalistic integrity and production quality.

The position involves writing and delivering stories, producing newscasts, coordinating with the team, and sometimes serving as a field reporter. Expect to cover breaking news and engage audiences on social media.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Broadcast Journalism or equivalent experience.
• Fluency in English.
• Minimum five years' experience in news reporting or anchoring.
• Superior on-air presence and strong news judgment.
• Valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Presents news stories and other content for all platforms.
• Writes and delivers news stories clearly and concisely.
• Produces newscasts and communicates direction with the team.
• Writes, edits, researches and coordinates news programming and content.
• Acts as a field reporter as assigned and conducts interviews.
• Responds to breaking news and urgent newsroom situations.
• Interacts with viewers on social media.
• Edits video clips as assigned.

Skills

Excellent communication

Superior on-air presence

News judgment

Team leadership

Deadline-driven

Education

Bachelor's degree in Broadcast Journalism

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.


• May have to join SAG AFTRA Union


• $95,000-$105,000 annually commensurate on experience and skill set.