Multimedia Journalist & Anchor - Dynamic TV Storyteller

KHQA; Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 24,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Vacation time

Floating holidays

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Job summary

KHQA is seeking a Multimedia Journalist/Anchor in Springfield, IL to produce daily content across TV, online, and social platforms. The role includes anchoring one evening newscast per week and generating compelling local stories with strong writing and storytelling skills.

The candidate should demonstrate enterprise reporting, live shot experience preferred, and a track record of building a personal brand through social media. Bachelor’s in Journalism or related field required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Journalism or related field.
• Anchoring experience preferred.
• Strong writing and storytelling skills.
• Ability to generate daily story ideas and work in a fast-paced newsroom.

Responsibilities

• Produce daily content for TV, web and social platforms.
• Anchor evening newscasts one night per week.
• Research, write and edit stories for TV production; craft compelling visuals.

Skills

Storytelling

Enterprise reporting

Writing skills

Social media

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Journalism

Job description

KHQA is seeking a Multimedia Journalist/Anchor in Springfield, IL to produce daily content across TV, online, and social platforms. The role includes anchoring one evening newscast per week and generating compelling local stories with strong writing and storytelling skills.

The candidate should demonstrate enterprise reporting, live shot experience preferred, and a track record of building a personal brand through social media. Bachelor’s in Journalism or related field required.