Anchor / Reporter Job at Nexstar Broadcasting in Sarasota

The News Anchor Reporter 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.

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 Company to stay ahead of its competitors

Shoot and edit your own news stories as assigned

Performs special projects and other duties as assigned

Requirements & Skills :

Bachelor’s degree in Communication/Journalism or related degree required (equivalent years of experience may substitute for education

Entry level applicants (with degree) are also welcome to apply

Solid vocal delivery, camera presence, and clear enunciation

Strong reporting skills

Ability to use camera and editing equipment

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

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.