DESCRIPTION

Ozarks First in Springfield, Missouri, is hiring a morning News Anchor/Multiskilled Journalist. The candidate will be a newsroom leader and primary presenter of news stories, delivering clear, engaging, and meaningful content for our newscasts, website, and CTV App.

JOB EXPERIENCE

Presents news stories and other content for linear, digital, CTV App, and social.
Writes and produces content for linear, digital, CTV App, and social.
Ensures that all content meets company standards for journalistic integrity and production quality.
Writes and delivers news stories clearly and concisely.
Strong writer, copy editor, and researcher.
Acts as a field reporter or field anchor as assigned.
Responds to breaking news and other urgent newsroom situations as required.
Participates in promotional activities, including public appearances.
Performs special projects and other duties as assigned.
Edits video clips as assigned.
Interact with viewers/users on social media sites.

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.
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.
An ability to identify the developmental needs of others and to coach, mentor, or otherwise help others to improve their knowledge or skills.
Proficiency with all newsroom technology, including computers, telephones, copiers, scanners, and other office equipment.
Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments, and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
An 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.

ADDITIONAL INFO

HOW TO APPLY

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