Weekend Anchor/MMJ - Joplin, MO / Pittsburg, KS

KOAM News Now is looking for a Weekend Anchor/MMJto join our team.As the face of our weekend evening shows, you will play a key role in delivering news that informs, engages, and empowers our viewers across broadcast, social, streaming, and digital platforms.This position is the newsroom leader on the weekend. Candidates should have experience shooting/editing video and writing. Newsroom experience preferred.About the CompanyKOAM is the local news, weather, and sports leader in the 4-States area (Kansas, Oklahoma, Arkansas, and Missouri). KOAM is owned by Morgan Murphy Media, family-owned and operated since its founding in 1890. Morgan Murphy Media operates television and radio stations, a print magazine, websites, mobile and streaming apps, and a digital marketing agency, across its 11 locations. We offer medical, dental, vision, prescription, life and long-term disability insurance, EAP, flexible spending account, 401(k), paid time off including vacation, sick, personal days, and holidays.Key ResponsibilitiesAnchor weekend evening newscasts and actively participate in daily newsgatheringReport, write, and deliver stories in a clear and concise mannerRespond to breaking news and urgent newsroom situations as requiredWrite stories for the website and digital platforms, and engage with viewers on social media in a professional mannerParticipate in station promotional activities and special news programmingQualificationsBachelor's degree in Broadcast Journalism or related fieldExcellent oral and written communication skills, with the ability to ad lib as neededStrong news judgment, ethics, and editorial controlAbility to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments, and handle multiple tasks simultaneouslyInterested applicants should apply online atKoamNewsNow.com/jobs and include a link to work samples.KOAM News Now is an Equal Opportunity Employer.MORGAN MURPHY MEDIA IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERJ-18808-Ljbffr