Anchor/Producer

Wisconsin Broadcasters Association; Alabama; On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

WKOW-TV 27 ABC in Madison seeks an Anchor/Producer to lead our Monday-Friday 4:00 p.m. newscast and co-anchor the 5:00 p.m. news. The role requires strong live-anchoring and producing skills and the ability to craft clear, engaging stories on deadline.

Top candidates will show newsroom leadership potential with the possibility of advancing to an Executive Producer title. News readers need not apply; this slot is for journalists with on-camera and producing chops.

Qualifications

• A degree in journalism, communications, or other related field
• At least 3 years of on-air anchoring and producing experience
• Crisp, adaptable writing across broadcast and digital formats
• A team-first mindset, strong organizational skills, and critical thinking abilities

Responsibilities

• Lead Monday-Friday 4:00 p.m. newscast and co-anchor the 5:00 p.m. news
• Produce and co-anchor a sharp, engaging hour of news aired in multiple markets across Wisconsin
• Demonstrate strong editorial judgment and on-deadline storytelling
• Opportunity for elevation to Executive Producer with leadership responsibilities

Skills

Anchoring

Producing

Editorial writing

Education

Bachelor's degree in journalism or related field

Job description

WKOW 27 News, Madison’s ABC affiliate, has a rare opening for an Anchor/Producer to lead our Monday-Friday 4:00 p.m. newscast and co-anchor the 5 p.m. news. Yes, you read that right: a weekday, dayside schedule in local news.

We’re searching for a skilled journalist who can produce and co-anchor a sharp, engaging hour of news that airs in multiple markets across Wisconsin. Top candidates will bring a natural curiosity for issues impacting our viewers, strong editorial judgment, solid producing chops, and the steady presence needed to deliver clear, compelling stories on deadline. Candidates with proven leadership experience will have the potential to be elevated to an Executive Producer title. News readers need not apply; this job is not for you.

Here’s what we’re looking for:

• A degree in journalism, communications, or other related field
• At least 3 years of on-air anchoring and producing experience
• Crisp, adaptable writing across broadcast and digital formats
• A team-first mindset, strong organizational skills, and critical thinking abilities

About WKOW & Allen Media Broadcasting

WKOW is owned by Allen Media Broadcasting. We offer pathways for career advancement across our network of stations. Madison TV, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Additional Info

Station/Company Name : WKOW-TV 27 ABC

Location : Madison