Weekend Anchor

Nexstar Media Group, Inc.•Baton Rouge, LA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Louisiana First News is looking for an energetic, passionate journalist to join our team as a Reporter/Weekend Anchor. This is an excellent opportunity for a storyteller who thrives in the field, enjoys breaking news, and wants to make a meaningful impact on the communities they serve. We're looking for someone who is equally comfortable developing enterprise stories, reporting live in the field, and anchoring weekend newscasts with confidence and credibility. The ideal candidate is curious, collaborative, and committed to producing journalism that informs, engages, and serves our viewers across South Louisiana.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Journalism, Communications, or related field, or equivalent experience.
Previous reporting experience required.
Strong live reporting and storytelling skills.
Excellent writing, editing, and conversational on-air delivery.
Ability to work under deadline pressure while maintaining accuracy.
Experience using newsroom editing systems, cameras, and social media platforms.
Experience with digital and social media platforms.
Valid driver's license with a good driving record.

Nice To Haves

Anchoring experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Report, write, shoot, and edit compelling stories for television, digital, and social media platforms.
Anchor weekend newscasts with professionalism, accuracy, and strong newsroom judgment.
Deliver clear, engaging live reports during breaking news and severe weather coverage.
Develop original enterprise and investigative story ideas that matter to our communities.
Build and maintain relationships with community leaders, public officials, and local sources.
Produce content for broadcast, website, and social media platforms.
Collaborate with producers, photographers, digital teams, and newsroom leadership to deliver high-quality journalism.
Represent Louisiana First News with professionalism both on air and within the community.
Maintain a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays as news coverage requires.