• Wake Up News Anchor

    Nexstar Media Group (Buffalo, NY)


    We’re looking for a dynamic storyteller to join our team as a Wakeup News Anchor-someone who can deliver trusted, compelling news across all platforms and connect with audiences in meaningful ways.

     

    What You’ll Do

     

    + Present news and content across broadcast, digital, and social platforms with clarity and authenticity.

    + Uphold the highest standards of journalistic integrity and production quality.

    + Write and deliver stories that are accurate, concise, and engaging.

    + Collaborate with producers and team members to shape impactful newscasts.

    + Contribute to writing, editing, research, and content development.

    + Report from the field and conduct interviews as assigned.

    + Respond quickly to breaking news and urgent newsroom situations.

    + Represent the station at community events and promotional activities.

    + Engage audiences through involvement in WIVB+ and creation of social media videos to expand reach and brand presence.

    + Take on special projects and additional duties as needed.

    + Salary - $70,000 to $80,000

     

    What We’re Looking For

     

    + Bachelor’s degree in Broadcast Journalism or related field (or equivalent experience).

    + Minimum 5 years of experience in news reporting or anchoring.

    + Exceptional on-air presence and strong communication skills-comfortable ad-libbing when needed.

    + Excellent news judgment and deep knowledge of local, national, and global issues.

    + Proven ability to lead, mentor, and inspire team members.

    + Skilled in multitasking, meeting deadlines, and thriving under pressure.

    + Tech-savvy with proficiency in newsroom systems and digital tools.

    + Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.

    + Flexibility to work varied shifts, including nights, weekends, and breaking news situations.

     

    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.