Multimedia Journalist / Anchor

Rincon Broadcasting Group; Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental and vision plans

Life and disability insurance

12 paid holidays annually

Flexible spending accounts

Job summary

Rincon Broadcasting Group, the operator of WICS in Springfield, IL, seeks a full-time Multimedia Journalist/Anchor to produce daily content for TV, web, and social platforms. The role includes anchoring one evening newscast per week and strong storytelling to engage audiences.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in Journalism or related field, live-shot experience preferred, and the ability to work in a collaborative newsroom environment. Salary and full benefits offered.

Qualifications

• A self-starter who can generate daily story ideas
• Enterprise reporting and creativity in storytelling
• Exemplary communication skills, written and verbal
• Maintain an active social media presence to build your brand and source ideas

Responsibilities

• Produce daily content on TV, internet, and social platforms
• Anchor weekday evenings one night per week
• Dig for stories, research, write with an edge and strong storytelling
• Collaborate with news managers and teammates to deliver impactful content

Skills

Self-starter

Enterprise reporting

Strong communication

Social media presence

Story ideas

Education

Bachelor's degree in Journalism or related field

Tools

TV production

Job description

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Multimedia Journalist / Anchor

Full Time Springfield, IL, US

Salary Range: $52,000.00 To $55,000.00 Annually

Multimedia Journalist/Anchor-WICS

News Channel 20/FOX Illinois has an exciting opportunity for a full-time Weekday EveningNews Anchor/Multimedia Journalist. In this role, you will be required to produce daily content on a variety of platforms including the internet and social networks, along with performing other duties as assigned by the news managers. This position includes 1 night per week of anchoring evening newscasts. We are looking for someone with a clear understanding of how to dig for a story, research it, write it with an edge, and use strong storytelling and TV production to make it impactful and memorable. It is important to have strong writing skills and to have knowledge of current events. Dynamic live television and storytelling skills are a must.

Skills and Experience:

• A self-starter and who can generate his or her own story ideas on a daily basis
• Ability to demonstrate enterprise reporting and creativity in storytelling
• Exemplary communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to maintain an active social media presence to build your brand and solicit original story ideas

Requirements and Qualifications:

• Previous anchoring experience is preferred
• Live shot experience is preferred
• Previous experience working in a team environment is a must
• A Bachelor's degree in Journalism or related field
• Clear Driving Record

The base salary compensation range for this role is $52,000-$55,000 annually. Final compensation for this role will be determined by various factors such as a candidate’s relevant work experience, skills, certifications, and geographic location. Full time positions are eligible for benefits that include, life and disability insurance, health, dental and vision plans, flex spending accounts, dependent care accounts, paid vacation time and 12 paid holidays annually.

WICS and Rincon Broadcasting is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital, veteran, or disability status.

About Rincon

Rincon Broadcasting Group is an innovative media company serving our communities through breaking news, impactful investigative reporting and innovative multi-screen marketing services.