Anchor/Reporter

Nexstar Media Group Inc.Austin, TX
35d

About The Position

KXAN in Austin, Texas, is searching for a weekend morning anchor and reporter. Bring your strong news judgment and passion for storytelling to the market news leader.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Broadcast Journalism, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience.
  • Minimum five years' experience in news reporting or anchoring.
  • Fluency in English.
  • Excellent communication skills, both oral and written with the ability to ad lib when required.
  • Superior on-air presence.
  • Excellent news judgment with an expansive knowledge of local and national current events, history, newsmakers and issues.
  • Ability to identify the developmental needs of others and to coach, mentor or otherwise help others to improve their knowledge or skills.
  • Ability to manage time 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.

Responsibilities

  • Crafts news reports and other content for all platforms.
  • Ensures all news content meets company standards for journalistic integrity and production quality.
  • Writes and delivers news stories in a clear and concise manner.
  • Communicates clear direction with team members.
  • Assists in writing, copy editing, researching and coordinating news programming and other content.
  • Serves as a field reporter three days a week.
  • 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.
  • Interacts with viewers/users on social media sites.

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What This Job Offers

Job Type

Full-time

Career Level

Mid Level

Industry

Broadcasting and Content Providers

Number of Employees

5,001-10,000 employees

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