Multimedia News Reporter - Live, Multi-Platform Storyteller

GRAY MEDIA; Decatur (IL); On-site; USD 38,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Coverage

Dental Coverage

Vision Coverage

Health Savings Account

401(k) Plan

Paid Time Off

Parental Leave

Job summary

WAND-TV, a Gray Media property and market-leading station in central Illinois, is seeking a full-time Reporter to lead newscasts, develop community relationships, and tell compelling local stories across broadcast and digital platforms.

The role requires strong writing, live reporting, and multi-platform delivery; newsroom experience and a journalism degree are preferred. Competitive benefits include health coverage, 401(k), PTO, and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Journalism or related field.
• 1-2 years newsroom experience preferred.
• Strong writing and multi-platform skills; able to report live on camera.

Responsibilities

• Cover stories as assigned and pitch stories in editorial meetings.
• Interview locals and conduct on-site reporting.
• Write local stories daily based on coverage.
• Build contacts and sources for context and content.
• Post stories to digital and social platforms.

Skills

Strong writing

Live reporting

Multi-platform delivery

Interviewing and sourcing

Camera operation

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor's degree in Journalism or related field

Tools

Video editing software

Job description

WAND-TV, a Gray Media property and market-leading station in central Illinois, is seeking a full-time Reporter to lead newscasts, develop community relationships, and tell compelling local stories across broadcast and digital platforms.

The role requires strong writing, live reporting, and multi-platform delivery; newsroom experience and a journalism degree are preferred. Competitive benefits include health coverage, 401(k), PTO, and opportunities for professional growth.