Nexstar Media Group, Inc.

Morning Anchor/CTV Creator

Nexstar Media Group, Inc.  •  Springfield, MO (Onsite)  •  8 hours ago
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Job Description

Ozarks First in Springfield, Missouri, is hiring a dynamic Morning News Anchor/Multiskilled Journalist This critical role anchors morning newscasts and drives engaging content across broadcast, digital, and connected TV (CTV) platforms.

We are seeking an authentic, polished morning leader and storyteller. You will anchor our morning broadcasts while also serving as a multiskilled journalist (MSJ), researching, writing, and delivering engaging stories for our linear, digital, and streaming audiences.

Key Responsibilities

  • On-Air & CTV: Deliver live, unscripted, and well-produced news segments with confidence.
  • Content Creation: Pitch, write, and edit high-quality content tailored for TV, web, and our OzarksFirst.com streaming apps.
  • Breaking News: Respond promptly and accurately to breaking news and urgent situations.
  • Cross-Platform Engagement: Foster community loyalty by frequently interacting with viewers on social media.
  • Newsroom Leadership: Set the tone for the morning team, demonstrating superior news judgment and journalistic integrity.
Qualifications & Skills
  • Experience: Minimum of 5 years of experience in TV or digital journalism, with proven on-camera anchoring or reporting skills.
  • Education: Bachelor's degree in Broadcast Journalism, Communications, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Tech Skills: Proficiency with newsroom software and digital editing equipment.
  • Communication: Exceptional oral and written communication skills with the ability to think on your feet.
  • Requirements: Valid driver's license with a good driving record.
Nexstar Media Group, Inc.

About Nexstar Media Group, Inc.

Nexstar Media Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: NXST) is a leading diversified media company that produces and distributes engaging local and national news, sports and entertainment content across its television and digital platforms, including more than 316,000 hours of programming produced annually by its business units.

Nexstar owns America’s largest local television broadcasting group comprised of top network affiliates, with more than 200 owned or partner stations in 116 U.S. markets reaching 220 million people.

Nexstar’s national television properties include The CW, America’s fifth major broadcast network, NewsNation, our national news network providing “News for All Americans,” popular entertainment multicast networks Antenna TV and Rewind TV, and a 31.3% ownership stake in TV Food Network.

The Company’s portfolio of digital assets, including its local TV station websites, The Hill and NewsNationNow.com, are collectively a Top 10 U.S. digital news and information property.

Industry
Unknown
Company Size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
Irving, TX
Year Founded
1996
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