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Join a team where your work really matters. WAVY-TV 10 / WVBT FOX 43 is searching for a driven News Anchor/MMJ dedicated to breaking news and getting answers for the people in the Norfolk, Virginia market. Journalists at WAVY keep public service as the highest priority. The station has a reputation for winning breaking news coverage and using top shelf technology and resources.

The successful candidate will have strong command of all aspects of anchoring; demonstrates strong news judgment; and is a proven team leader. You must show the desire to put journalistic skills such as newsgathering, writing, interviewing, and ethical decision-making into practice daily. You will be responsible for generating sources, enterprising story ideas, and follow-ups. “Digital First” thinking is a must. You must be able to shoot and edit your own stories. Our goal is to connect with our Spanish-speaking community on all platforms including television, web and social media.

Experience: At least 2 years of experience as a multi-media journalist or reporter and fill-in anchor at a commercial station is required.

Requirements & Skills:

+ Bachelor’s degree in Broadcast Journalism, or a related field preferred

+ 2 + years MMJ experience

+ Excellent communication skills, both oral and written with the ability to ad lib when required

+ Superior on-air presence

+ Proficiency with computers, telephones, copiers, scanners, fax machines and other office equipment

+ Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously

+ Valid driver’s license with a good driving record

+ Flexibility to work any shift including overnights and weekends

Fluency in English, bilingual in Spanish a plus.

Overnights, nights, and weekends may be required; candidate must be willing and able to work any and

all shifts.

If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!

To be considered for this job you must apply online at https://nexstar.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/nexstar.

Please remember to upload a copy of your cover letter and resume and include links to your demo reel in your resume or cover letter.

No calls. Pre-employment background & DMV check.

EOE/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disability

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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.