Weekend Morning Anchor/Reporter

Nexstar Media Group Inc.; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 51,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Nexstar Media Group, Inc. is seeking a Weekend Morning Anchor/Reporter to present weekend news clearly and engagingly across platforms. On non-weekend days, you will gather and present facts through interviews, investigations or observations.

You will ensure content meets journalistic standards and contribute to digital stories for web and social media. The role requires a bachelor’s degree in Broadcast Journalism or related field, at least two years in news reporting, and a strong on-air

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Broadcast Journalism or related field, or equivalent education/experience.
• Fluency in English with excellent written and spoken communication.
• Minimum two years’ experience in news reporting and on-air presence.
• Proficiency with digital platforms and basic newsroom tools.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Reports news stories for broadcast across platforms, describing background and details.
• Arranges interviews with information sources and conducts follow-ups.
• Reviews copy for errors in content, grammar and punctuation.
• Researches background information to provide accurate reporting.
• Pitches relevant stories to editors and producers.
• Shoots and edits events and reports for multiple platforms.
• Writes stories for the web and engages with viewers on social media.

Skills

Fluency in English

Excellent communication

Superior on-air presence

Deadline-driven

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Broadcast Journalism or related field

Job description

The WRIC Weekend Morning Anchor/Reporter serves as the primary presenter of weekend news stories and other content for all platforms in a manner that is clear, engaging and meaningful to news consumers. On non-weekend workdays, the Weekend Anchor/Reporter reports and collects, analyzes and presents facts about newsworthy events by interview, investigation or observation for all platforms in a manner that is clear, engaging and meaningful to news consumers.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled.

Responsibilities

• Reports news stories for broadcast, describing the background and details of events
• Arranges interviews with people who can provide information about stories
• Reviews copy and corrects errors in content, grammar and punctuation, following prescribed editorial style and formatting guidelines
• Reviews and evaluates notes taken about event aspects to isolate pertinent facts and details
• Determines a story’s emphasis, length and format, and organizes material accordingly
• Researches and analyzes background information related to news stories to be able to provide complete and accurate information
• Gathers information about events through research, interviews, experience or attendance at political, news, sports, artistic, social or other functions
• Pitches stories to news managers and news producers which are relevant to the local community
• Receives assignments and evaluates leads and tips to develop story ideas
• Discusses issues with producers and/or news managers to establish priorities or positions
• Checks reference materials such as books, news files or public records to obtain relevant facts
• Revises work to meet editorial approval or to fit time requirements
• Shoots and edits news events and news reports
• Produces and presents reports for all platforms
• Ensures that all content meets company standards for journalistic integrity and production quality
• Writes stories for the web and other Digital platforms
• Interacts with viewers/users on social media sites
• Performs special projects and other duties as assigned

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.
• Minimum two years’ experience in news reporting
• Superior on-air presence
• Proficiency with computers, telephones, copiers, scanners, fax machines and other office equipment
• Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
• Valid driver’s license with a good driving record
• Flexibility to work any shift

Physical Demands & Work Environment

Must be able to sit, conduct telephone conversations, use electronic mail, write letters and memos, conduct face-to-face discussions with individuals or groups, make decisions without supervision, make decisions that impact the results of co-workers, work near others, work outdoors occasionally in all weather conditions, and work indoors in environmentally controlled conditions. In addition, must be able to lift, set up and operate equipment weighing up to 25 pounds, and be able to handle, control or feel objects, tools or controls. Repetitive movements are required. Work may be conducted in extremely bright or inadequate lighting conditions.

Compensation

COMPENSATION RANGE: Annual Salary $51,000 - $54,000 – commensurate with experience

Company

Nexstar Media Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: NXST) is a leading diversified media company that produces and distributes engaging local and national news, sports and entertainment content across its television and digital platforms, including more than 310,000 hours of programming produced annually by its business units. Nexstar owns America’s largest local television broadcasting group comprised of top network affiliates, with 200 owned or partner stations in 116 U.S. markets reaching 220 million people. Nexstar’s national television properties include The CW, America’s fifth major broadcast network, NewsNation, our national news network providing “News for All America,” popular entertainment multicast networks Antenna TV and Rewind TV, and a 31.3% ownership stake in TV Food Network. The Company’s portfolio of digital assets, including its local TV station websites, The Hill and NewsNationNow.com, are collectively a Top 10 U.S. digital news and information property. For more information, please visit nexstar.tv.

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.