Weekend Evening Anchor/MMJ

Company: Nexstar Media Group
Location: Johnson City
Posted on: January 23, 2023

Job Description:

Dominant CBS/ABC combo serving the Tri-Cities, Tennessee and Virginia communities. We are in central proximity to major metropolitan areas, including Knoxville, Charlotte and Richmond. Our amazing work and play community is rich in history and home to the Birthplace of Country Music, Bristol Motor Speedway, and World Class Hiking and Fishing. We are seeking a SUPERSTAR Weekend Evening Anchor/MMJ. Join our family that is committed to being part of the fabric of our communities for nearly 70 years that has made us a LEADER in delivering local content to our viewers. To learn more about our beautiful area click here- Visit Tri-Cities WJHL is looking for a Weekend Evening Anchor/MMJ to join our news team. The s uccessful candidate should have previous news anchoring or reporting experience. We are looking for someone who can enterprise stories and excels at breaking news . This person will anchor weekend evening newscasts and MMJ three days a week. Must be a team player.

• Produce content for multiple platforms, including TV, internet, mobile, etc.
• Work with management to enterprise and develop stories daily
• Demonstrate compelling storytelling using dynamic live shots and stand-ups, creative graphics, and use of digital and social media platforms
• Organize material, determine angle or emphasis, and write story according to prescribed editorial style and format standards
• Gather and verify information regarding stories through interview, observation and research.
• Build network of sources who supply information
• Performs special projects and other duties as assigned
• Other duties as assignedRequirements & Skills:
  • Bachelors degree in Communication/Journalism or related degree required (equivalent years of experience may substitute for education)
  • Television anchoring or reporting experience required
  • Solid vocal delivery, camera presence, and clear enunciation
  • Strong reporting skills
  • Understand importance of social media
  • Excellent reading, writing, spelling, grammar and organizational skills
  • Promotes teamwork and maintains attitude of cooperation with all station personnelNexstar Media Group (NASDAQ: NXST) is a leading diversified media company that leverages localism to bring new services and value to consumers and advertisers through its traditional media, digital and mobile media platforms. Its wholly owned operating subsidiary, Nexstar Inc., consists of three divisions: Broadcasting, Digital, and Networks. The Broadcasting Division operates, programs, or provides sales and other services to 200 television stations and related digital multicast signals reaching 116 markets or approximately 68% of all U.S. television households (reflecting the FCCs UHF discount). The divisions portfolio includes primary affiliates of NBC, CBS, ABC, FOX, MyNetworkTV and The CW. The Digital Division operates 122 local websites and 316 mobile apps offering hyper-local content and verticals for consumers and advertisers, allowing audiences to choose where, when and how they access content and creating new revenue opportunities for the company. The Networks Division operates WGN America, a growing national general entertainment cable network and the home of NewsNation, multicast network Antenna TV, and WGN Radio in Chicago. Nexstar also owns a 31.3% ownership stake in TV Food Network, a top tier cable asset. For more information, please visit www.nexstar.tv . EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled

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