News Anchor

  • Full Time
  • Anywhere

Peoria,IL

Nexstar Media Group,Inc.

DESCRIPTION

The
WMBD/WYZZ News Anchor serves as the primary presenter of news
stories and other content for all platforms in a manner that is clear, engaging
and meaningful to news consumers.


JOB EXPERIENCE

  • Superior on-air presence.
  • 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.
  • Proficiency with computers, telephones, copiers, scanners, fax machines and other office equipment.
  • 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. 


REQUIREMENTS

  • Bachelor’s degree in Broadcast Journalism, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience.
  • Fluency in English.
  • Excellent communication skills, both oral and written with the ability to ad lib when required.
  • Minimum five years’ experience in news reporting or anchoring.  (More or less depending on market size.)
  • Superior on-air presence.

 


ADDITIONAL INFO


HOW TO APPLY

Apply online at: https://nexstar.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/nexstar

https://nexstar.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/nexstar/job/IL-Peoria/Anchor-III–News_REQ-23125-1