KOAM News Now is looking for a Weekend Anchor/MMJ to join our team. We're looking for journalists with a passion for telling stories and the ability to deliver compelling content on-air and online. This position is the newsroom leader on the weekend. Candidates should have experience shooting/editing video and writing. Some anchoring and producing experience is preferred but not required. KOAM News Now is a dominant #1 station in the Pittsburg, Kansas/Joplin, Missouri market.

Qualifications:

• We are looking for a weekend anchor/reporter with an energetic personality, a creative storyteller, a social media enthusiast, and a drive to win.

• Bachelor's degree in Broadcast Journalism or related field.

• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written, with the ability to ad lib when necessary.

• Has strong news judgment, ethics, and editorial control over stories.

• Familiarity with the 4-States is a plus!

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

• Valid driver's license with a good driving record.

Responsibilities

• Anchor/produce weekend newscasts and other shows during the week as needed.

• Report during the week.

• Contribute story and content ideas daily.

• Write and deliver stories in a clear and concise manner.

• Respond to breaking events and other urgent newsroom situations as required.

• Participate in station promotional activities.

• Write stories for the website and other digital platforms.

• Post content to and interact with viewers and users on social media sites in a professional manner.

KOAM NEWS NOW is part of the Morgan Murphy Media group, a family-owned company committed to quality journalism. Interested applicants should apply online at KoamNewsNow.com/jobs and include a link to work samples. KOAM News Now is an Equal Opportunity Employer.