Weekend Anchor/MMJ, Harlingen, TX

Nexstar Media Inc.

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TX, Brownsville Until 9/1/2026 4+ years exp H-1B sponsor history First posted July 3, 2026 Last posted July 3, 2026
Job description

KVEO-TV NBC 23 and CBS 4, serving the Rio Grande Valley, is looking for an energetic, dynamic, and driven Weekend Anchor/Multimedia Journalist (MMJ) to join our award-winning newsroom.

The ideal candidate is a strong storyteller who thrives in a fast-paced environment and understands how to connect with audiences across television, digital, social, and streaming platforms. This position will anchor weekend newscasts while also reporting multiple days during the week, producing impactful stories that matter to the communities we serve.

We are looking for someone who is passionate about breaking news, enterprise reporting, and developing strong local sources. The successful candidate should be comfortable working independently in the field and collaborating closely with producers, photographers, digital staff, and newsroom leadership.

Responsibilities:

  • Anchor and produce weekend newscasts and provide clear direction to team members
  • Presents news stories and other content for all platforms, including CTV Digital
  • Contribute story ideas
  • Host a Digital CTV Show
  • Uphold the highest standards of journalistic integrity and production quality
  • Write and deliver clear, concise, and engaging news stories
  • Collaborate on writing, copy editing, research, and coordination of news programming
  • Report from the field as assigned and conduct interviews
  • Respond quickly to breaking news and urgent newsroom situations
  • Participate in promotional activities and community events
  • Performs special projects and other duties as assigned
  • Shoot and edit video clips as assigned
  • Writes content for the website and other digital platforms
  • Engage with viewers and users on social media.

 Requirements & Skills:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Broadcast Journalism or related field, or equivalent experience.
  • Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred.
  • Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to ad-lib when necessary.
  • Minimum of four years’ experience in news reporting or anchoring (varies by market size).
  • Strong on-air presence and excellent news judgment.
  • Broad knowledge of local and national current events, history, and key issues.
  • Leadership experience with the ability to guide, motivate, and mentor others.
  • Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize tasks, and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
  • Strong listening and problem-solving skills.
  • Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
  • Flexibility to work any shift.

     

    About this role

    Summary

    Anchor and report news, produce digital content, engage with the community, shoot/edit videos.

    Job title

    Weekend Anchor/MMJ, Harlingen, TX

    Experience level

    4+ years

    Minimum experience

    4+ years exp

    Industry

    broadcasting

    Location requirements

    In Texas, remote work not specified

    Salary

    Not specified

    Visa sponsorship

    H-1B sponsor history

    Management role

    No

    Skills & keywords

    Required skills

    broadcast journalismbilingual in English and Spanishcommunicationnews judgmentreportinganchoring

    Preferred skills

    leadershipcommunity engagementsocial media

    Specializations

    anchoringreportingdigital mediamultimedia
    Locations

    Structured locations inferred from the posting.

    Brownsville, TX, USA

    Work arrangement unknown City