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Nexstar Media Group Anchor/Reporter in Los Angeles, California

KTLA in Los Angeles, the #1 station in the nation's second-largest market is taking applications for Anchor/Reporter. We're on the lookout for a dynamic presenter with a passion for storytelling and a solid background in news reporting. The ideal candidate must be a credible and experienced news anchor/reporter who possesses strong editorial news judgment and has a proven record of collaboration and positive teamwork.

Responsibilities

  • Anchor assigned newscasts with exceptional reporting, communication and interviewing skills

  • Report on daily news assignments and contribute to daily enterprise content.

  • Contribute story ideas and cover news as assigned by management including in the field.

  • Report on live breaking news with confidence, engage and connect with audience.

  • Collaborate with photographers, producers, management, co-anchors and production teams to deliver top quality newscasts and news reports.

  • Represent KTLA at community events, speaking engagements, and promotions.

  • Support positive newsroom culture, collaborate and foster an environment of integrity.

    Requirements

  • Minimum of 5 years of combined anchoring and reporting experience in a large market.

  • Bachelor’s degree in Broadcast Journalism, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience.

  • S trong journalistic background, superior on-air presence, and excellent writing skills.

  • Ability to handle constructive criticism and perform under pressure.

  • Willingness to appear live on broadcasts in a professional manner.

  • Availability for news coverage, potential extra hours, and flexibility with assigned newscasts.

  • Positive collaboration with colleagues and effective interaction with the public.

  • Excellent news judgment with an expansive knowledge of local and national current events, history, newsmakers, and issues.

  • Experience guiding, directing, and motivating others.

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

  • Candidates must have a solid resume reel showcasing professional on-camera anchoring and reporting.

    This position is covered under the Company’s collective bargaining agreement with SAG-AFTRA.

    Compensation - $82/hr+ commensurate with experience and skill level

    KTLA will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring.

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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 television, streaming and digital platforms, including nearly 300,000 hours of original video content each year. Nexstar owns America’s largest local broadcasting group comprised of top network affiliates, with 200 owned or partner stations in 116 U.S. markets reaching 212 million people. Nexstar’s national television properties include The CW, America’s fifth major broadcast network, NewsNation, America’s fastest-growing national news and entertainment cable network reaching 70 million television homes, 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 The Hill and BestReviews, are collectively a Top 10 U.S. digital news and information property. In addition to delivering exceptional content and service to our communities, Nexstar provides premium multiplatform and video-on-demand advertising opportunities at scale for businesses and brands seeking to leverage the strong consumer engagement of our compelling content offering. For more information, please visit Nexstar.tv.

EEO Statement: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

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