Multimedia Journalist / Anchor

MediaCo Holding Inc; Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life and disability insurance

Health, dental & vision plans

Flex spending accounts

Dependent care accounts

Paid vacation & 12 holidays

Job summary

Rincon Broadcasting Group is seeking a Weekday Evening News Anchor/Multimedia Journalist in a full-time role in Illinois. You will anchor one night per week and produce daily content across TV, web, and social platforms, delivering sharp, engaging stories with strong writing and reporting skills.

Ideal candidates have anchoring experience, live shot capability, and must work well in a team. The company offers benefits including health and retirement options.

Qualifications

• Self-starting story generation on a daily basis.
• Demonstrated enterprise reporting and creative storytelling.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Active social media presence to build the brand and source ideas.

Responsibilities

• Anchor weekday evening newscasts once per week.
• Produce daily content for multiple platforms (TV, internet, social).
• Research, write with edge, and deliver impactful storytelling.
• Collaborate with news managers and team members.

Skills

Self-starter

Enterprise reporting

Communication skills

Social media presence

Education

Bachelor's degree in Journalism

Job description

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.