Morning News Host & Multimedia Journalist

Morning News Host & Multimedia Journalist

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Posted January 8, 2026 – Final date to receive applications February 8, 2026.

Location:

Joplin, Missouri.
Full Time.

Zimmer Marketing is a growing family‑owned company in Joplin, Missouri. The company supports several community initiatives such as St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, Special Olympics, Watered Gardens, Big Brothers Big Sisters and Heartland K9s for Veterans throughout the Four States.

KZRG, a leading News‑Talk station serving the Four States, is seeking an energetic, curious, and driven Morning News Host & Multimedia Journalist. This role will work in our state‑of‑the‑art studios and cover live news and weather events in the field.

• Co‑anchor and host KZRG’s live morning show.
• Report, write, and deliver engaging local and regional news on‑air, online, and on social media.
• Cover live news and weather events in the field.
• Produce and edit audio and video content for multiple platforms.
• Build and maintain relationships with news sources and community leaders.
• Work collaboratively while managing projects independently.

• 3+ years of anchoring or reporting experience preferred.
• Strong writing, storytelling, and production skills across audio, video, and digital platforms.
• Proficient with web posting, social media, newsroom automation, and studio board operation.
• Calm and professional under deadline pressure.
• Positive, coachable attitude with curiosity to find the real story.
• On‑site position based in Joplin, Missouri.
• High school diploma or equivalent; media or journalism background a plus.

Employment type
:
Full‑time

Seniority level
:
Not applicable

Job function
:
Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing/Editing

Industry
:
Advertising Services

Zimmer Radio, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).

Apply online.