Weekend News Anchor
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Job Location:
Topeka, KS - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
16 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Weekend Anchor
27 News is seeking a strong journalist to lead our newsroom on the weekend. This position anchors our Saturday evening newscasts produces our Sunday shows fills in as an anchor and producer during the week and reports three days a week.
We are looking for someone with sharp news judgment strong writing skills and a collaborative mindset. This is not a desk-only job. You should be just as comfortable gathering news in the field as you are presenting it on the desk. Its an excellent opportunity for a reporter ready to take the next step into anchoring.
27 News is an award-winning newsroom in an active competitive market. Topeka is a state capital with strong politics major universities on both sides of us (KU and Kansas State) and a vibrant community with robust sports arts and culture. We are the NBC FOX ABC and CW affiliates in the Topeka region offering a wide variety of storytelling opportunities.
Join a newsroom known for developing journalists and preparing them for major markets with strong mentorship and real room to grow.
The News Anchor/Reporter will:
Anchor Saturday newscasts and produce Sunday shows
Report three days a week
Produce content for TV digital mobile and social platforms
Work with management to enterprise and develop daily stories
Tell compelling stories through strong writing live presence and creative use of video graphics and social media
Gather and verify information through interviews observation and research
Build and maintain a network of sources to keep us competitive
Perform special projects and other duties as assigned
Requirements and skills:
Newsroom experience
Strong vocal delivery on-camera presence and clear enunciation
Strong reporting and writing skills
Understanding of social medias role in modern journalism
Excellent reading writing spelling grammar and organizational abilities
Commitment to teamwork and a positive collaborative attitude
Ability to operate newsroom computer systems
If youre ready to take on a leadership role and advance your career we want to hear from you.
Key Skills
- Core Java
- Internal Audit
- Access Control
- HAAD RN
- Legal Operations
- LNG
About Company
As the largest TV station operator in the U.S. reaching nearly 39 percent of households, Nexstar Media Group offers unrivaled audience access and influence.
