Nexstar Media Group, Inc. · 2 weeks ago
Weekday Morning Anchor/Reporter
Augusta, GA
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expNexstar Media Group, Inc. is seeking an Anchor/Reporter for their morning program "Good Morning Augusta". The ideal candidate will co-anchor the show, contribute stories for later newscasts, and play a leadership role in the newsroom and community.
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Responsibilities
Co-anchor "Good Morning Augusta", the market's top-rated morning program, from 4:30 a.m. until 7 a.m. Monday-Friday
After the anchor shift, turns a story or stories for later newscasts
Proficient in all aspects of newsroom journalism including, but not limited to, anchoring, reporting, producing, shooting and editing
Works with producers, reporters, photographers, directors, editors and co-anchor to ensure that all content meets company standards for journalistic integrity and production quality
Helps produce newscasts and communicate clear direction with team members
Develops a presence on the WJBF6+ app
Assists in writing, copy editing, researching and coordinating news programming and other content
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
Develops a strong relationship with viewers/followers by regularly writing and presenting content for the website and social platforms
Qualification
Required
Applicants must provide a link to a demo reel. Applicants without a reel will not be considered
Co-anchor 'Good Morning Augusta', the market's top-rated morning program, from 4:30 a.m. until 7 a.m. Monday-Friday
After the anchor shift, turns a story or stories for later newscasts
Proficient in all aspects of newsroom journalism including, but not limited to, anchoring, reporting, producing, shooting and editing
Works with producers, reporters, photographers, directors, editors and co-anchor to ensure that all content meets company standards for journalistic integrity and production quality
Helps produce newscasts and communicate clear direction with team members
Develops a presence on the WJBF6+ app
Assists in writing, copy editing, researching and coordinating news programming and other content
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
Develops a strong relationship with viewers/followers by regularly writing and presenting content for the website and social platforms
Bachelor's degree in Broadcast Journalism, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience
Excellent communication skills, both oral and written with the ability to ad lib
Minimum two years of experience in news reporting or anchoring
Excellent news judgment with an expansive knowledge of local and national current events, history, newsmakers and issues
Experience guiding, directing and motivating others
Ability to identify the developmental needs of others and to coach, mentor or otherwise help others to improve their knowledge or skills
Ability 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
Company
Nexstar Media Group, Inc.
Nexstar Media Group, Inc.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$2.5M2017-09-06Post Ipo Equity· $2.5M
2003-12-05IPO
Leadership Team
Bill Sammon
SVP
Jerry Walsh
Senior Vice President, Local Content Development
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