NEWS ANCHOR/MMJ - KALB

FOX Carolina News • Alexandria, LA

8d • Onsite

About The Position

KALB, the dominant news leader in Alexandria, Louisiana, is looking for an Evening Anchor/MMJ who’s passionate about storytelling and thrives in a digital-first newsroom. This role requires a journalist who can lead, innovate, and connect with the audience across Central Louisiana on every platform. The position involves anchoring live newscasts, breaking news, and special coverage, leading live interviews, and collaborating with producers to develop stories. The journalist will also drive digital engagement by posting compelling content and producing daily reels, serve as a mentor in the newsroom, report from the field, and represent KALB in the community.

Requirements

• At least two years of professional newsroom and on-air experience.
• Sharp news judgment: You know what’s a story, what’s a “maybe,” and how to pivot when news breaks.
• Digital fluency: You embrace the modern newsroom toolkit to connect with audiences across all platforms.
• Communication skills: You’re effective with sources, viewers, and teammates in the newsroom.
• Leadership mindset: You’re a team player who can lead a broadcast and elevate those around you.
• Valid driver’s license and a good driving record.
• College degree in journalism, communications, or a related field
• Must thrive as part of a team and collaborate effectively with others
• Strong anchoring, communication, and writing skills with the ability to craft engaging content across platforms
• Must meet daily news deadlines and work well under pressure during breaking news and severe weather events
• Understanding of and adherence to journalism ethics and using AP Style

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of ENPS and Edius is a major plus.
• Knowledge of ENPS and Edius is a plus

Responsibilities

• Anchor live newscasts, breaking news, and special coverage with clear, accurate delivery
• Lead live interviews and ad-lib seamlessly with producers/reporters during developing stories
• Collaborate and create: Work hand-in-hand with producers to pitch, develop, and deliver stories that matter to the people of Central Louisiana.
• Drive digital engagement: Be a digital-first journalist, posting compelling content to the station’s digital platforms and producing daily reels that reach our audience where they live—on their phones.
• Lead by example: Serve as a mentor and effective communicator within the newsroom, helping set the editorial tone and maintain our high standards of journalism.
• Own the field: Some days you will go into the field to report, and you’ll be ready to report or field anchor when major breaking news or special events happen—you’re as comfortable on a street corner as you are behind the desk.
• Represent the brand: Be a face of KALB in the community, building trust and connection both on-air and off.

What This Job Offers

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