News Anchor/MMJ Job at Nexstar Broadcasting in Albuquerque

KRQE Media Group is searching for a bold, energetic Anchor/MMJ to lead our Monday–Friday evening FOX newscasts. We want a confident storyteller with a strong on-air presence who can command a two-hour live broadcast, break down big stories, and connect with viewers in a real, authentic way.

This isn’t just an anchor desk role — you’ll be in the field turning daily stories for our late newscasts, bringing fresh ideas to the table, and helping shape original programming for our growing CTV streaming platform. If you thrive on breaking news, creative storytelling, and building a loyal audience both on-air and online, you’ll fit right in.

We’re looking for someone who knows how to spark conversation, grow a strong social media presence, and engage viewers wherever they are — from broadcast to digital.

• ​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 that allows the station to stay ahead of its' competitors

• Performs special projects and other duties as assigned

Requirements & Skills :

• Communication/Journalism degree or equivalent years of experience may substitute for education

• Minimun (3) years 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 personnel

• Operate newsroom computer systems

If you’re ready to lead, innovate, and make an impact in a competitive news market, we want to hear from you.

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 310,000 hours of programming produced annually by its business units. Nexstar owns America’s largest local television broadcasting group comprised of top network affiliates, with 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 America,” 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. For more information, please visit nexstar.tv.

EEO Statement: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.