Evening News Anchor & Lead Reporter

Ilba; Champaign (IL); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

401(k) with company matching

Paid parental leave

Life insurance

Job summary

Ilba is seeking a News Anchor to present stories across platforms with clarity and engagement in Champaign, IL. The role requires strong journalistic integrity, field reporting when needed, and collaboration with a newsroom team.

The candidate should have a bachelor’s in Broadcast Journalism (or equivalent), at least five years in news, and fluency in English. A valid driver's license and flexible shifts are expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Broadcast Journalism or equivalent experience.
• Fluency in English.
• Excellent verbal and written communication with ad lib ability.
• Minimum five years’ experience in news reporting or anchoring.
• Strong news judgment and knowledge of current events.
• Ability to lead, coach and motivate others.
• Proficiency with standard office equipment.
• Ability to meet deadlines and handle multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Presents news stories and content for all platforms.
• Ensures content meets company journalistic standards and production quality.
• Writes and delivers concise news stories.
• Produces newscasts and directs team as needed.
• Assists in writing, editing, researching and coordinating content.
• Acts as field reporter as assigned.
• Conducts interviews with news personnel and others.
• Responds to breaking news and urgent newsroom situations.
• Participates in promotional activities and public appearances.

Skills

Fluent English

Excellent communication

Meet deadlines

Team leadership

Ad lib ability

Active listening

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Broadcast Journalism

Equivalent education/experience

Tools

Office equipment proficiency

Job description

Ilba is seeking a News Anchor to present stories across platforms with clarity and engagement in Champaign, IL. The role requires strong journalistic integrity, field reporting when needed, and collaboration with a newsroom team.

The candidate should have a bachelor’s in Broadcast Journalism (or equivalent), at least five years in news, and fluency in English. A valid driver's license and flexible shifts are expected.