Anchor/Reporter

Nexstar Media Group, Inc. • Memphis, TN

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About The Position

WREG-TV / Memphis CBS is seeking a seasoned storyteller to join its news team. The role calls for an aggressive, resourceful, and persistent journalist who can uncover leads, connect with people, and engage with social media. The Anchor/Reporter pitches story ideas, develops sources, gathers and reports news on deadline, presents stories on live television, and promotes them across digital platforms. The journalist is expected to lead by example, uphold fairness and accuracy, take personal responsibility, adapt to change, work collaboratively, and welcome coaching and constructive criticism. Applicants must include a link to their work.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Broadcast Journalism or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience.
• At least two years of work experience.
• Current reel showcasing the applicant’s work; include a link to the work.
• 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.
• Command of the English language, including the ability to write complete sentences with proper spelling, punctuation, and format.
• Experience in anchoring, reporting, and news gathering.
• Working knowledge of the Internet and comfort using computers and electronic newsgathering equipment.
• Ability to function under extreme stress and deadline pressures.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of a secondary language such as Spanish.

Responsibilities

• Pitch unique story ideas every day.
• Build and maintain a list of sources.
• Gather and report stories on deadline that are fair, accurate, grammatically correct, and engaging to the audience.
• Present stories on live television, both on set and in the field, in an energetic, conversational, and creative style.
• Post and promote stories on multiple digital platforms.
• Cultivate curiosity and adapt to change as the world and industry evolve.
• Work effectively in a team environment and persist in pursuing responses and information.
• Protect the reputation and integrity of oneself and the station.
• Accept coaching and constructive criticism.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level