News Anchor

Morgan Murphy Media; La Crosse (WI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading media organization in La Crosse, Wisconsin, is seeking a dynamic news anchor to deliver engaging multiplatform content. This role requires an experienced journalist with 1 to 3 years of anchoring and reporting experience, who can mentor early-career journalists and contribute significantly to newsroom operations. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in broadcast journalism and possess strong editorial judgment. The position involves community engagement and promotional activities, with potential weekend shifts required.

Qualifications

• 1 to 3 years anchoring and reporting experience.
• Smooth and effective delivery of content for live broadcast.
• Ability to meet deadlines and handle multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Present news stories and digital content that is clear and engaging.
• Develop sources and stories within the community.
• Engage with viewers in the community and across social platforms.

Skills

Anchoring and reporting experience

Excellent writing and copy-editing skills

Strong news judgment

Proficiency in story creation

Understanding of digital/new media platforms

Education

Bachelor’s degree in broadcast journalism or related field

Job description

WKBT, News 8 Now in La Crosse – Eau Claire, Wisconsin (DMA 129) is looking for a dynamic news anchor to deliver multiplatform content to audiences across a diverse, hyphenated DMA. The ideal candidate is an experienced journalist with a proven track record of leadership and community involvement who thrives in a team environment and demonstrates strong editorial judgment. We value creativity, hard work, and enterprise storytelling, and we’re looking for an anchor who will be involved in the daily operations of the newsroom, serve as a mentor to early-career journalists and help produce content across platforms.

What you’ll do

• Present news stories and digital content that is clear, engaging, and meaningful
• Develop sources and stories within the community
• Engage with viewers in the community and across social platforms
• Assist in writing, copy editing, researching, and coordinating news stories
• Work with early-career producers and reporters to help develop their skills
• Report from the field as assigned
• Participate in promotional activities including public appearances
• Overnights and weekends may be required

Qualifications/Requirements

• 1 to 3 years anchoring and reporting experience
• Bachelor’s degree in broadcast journalism or related field
• Smooth and effective delivery of content for live broadcast
• Strong, demonstrated news judgment
• Excellent writing and copy-editing skills
• Proficiency in story creation and newscast production
• Understanding of digital/new media platforms and strategy
• Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments, and handle multiple tasks simultaneously

Morgan Murphy Media is a progressive and family-owned business that places our highest value on our employees, the workplace culture, and the communities we serve. WKBT is the CBS affiliate proudly serving western Wisconsin, southeastern Minnesota, and northeast Iowa. In addition to offering an array of traditional broadcast channels and award-winning newscasts, we are at the forefront of the digital and on-demand landscape locally through our website and news, weather, and streaming apps.

Morgan Murphy Media is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate and support diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for our employees and our communities.