News Producer/Anchor

Nexstar Media Group; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 20,664 - 22,041; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company matching

Paid parental leave

Job summary

A media group in the U.S. is seeking a News Producer/Anchor to present news content across multiple platforms. Responsibilities include producing 5 and 9 pm newscasts, developing stories daily, and engaging in the community. Ideal candidates have a Bachelor’s degree in communication/journalism and at least one year of anchoring or reporting experience. The role offers competitive pay of $15 - $16 per hour along with a comprehensive benefits package including medical and 401(k) matching.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in communication/journalism or related degree required.
• One year of television anchoring or reporting experience.
• Solid vocal delivery, camera presence, and clear enunciation.
• Excellent reading, writing, spelling, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Produce 5 and 9pm, and co-anchor 9pm newscasts.
• Produce content for multiple platforms, including TV and internet.
• Work with management to develop stories daily.
• Demonstrate compelling storytelling using various media.
• Edit video and perform special projects as assigned.

Skills

Solid vocal delivery

Camera presence

Clear enunciation

Excellent reading and writing skills

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Social media understanding

Education

Bachelor’s degree in communication/journalism

Tools

Newsroom computer systems

Job description

WQRF (FOX) & WTVO (ABC) are looking for a News Producer/Anchor. The News Producer/Anchor serves as the primary presenter of news stories and other content for all platforms in a manner that is clear, engaging and meaningful to news consumers.

Brief description of duties & responsibilities

• Produce 5 and 9pm, and co-anchor 9pm newscasts
• Produce content for multiple platforms, including TV, internet, mobile, etc.
• Work with management to enterprise and develop stories daily
• Demonstrate compelling storytelling using dynamic live shots and stand‑ups, creative graphics, and use of digital and social media platforms
• Organize material, determine angle or emphasis, and write story according to prescribed editorial style and format standards
• Edits video
• Performs special projects and other duties as assigned
• Actively participates in social media in accordance with company and station guidance
• Participates in station-sponsored community events in accordance with station guidance

Requirements & Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in communication/journalism or related degree required (equivalent years of experience may substitute for education)
• One(1) years television anchoring or reporting experience required
• Solid vocal delivery, camera presence, and clear enunciation
• Communicates clearly with staff, the team on air, and viewers to ensure the latest and most accurate information is being presented in real time
• Understands importance of social media
• Excellent reading, writing, spelling, grammar and organizational skills
• Promotes teamwork and maintains attitude of cooperation with all station personnel
• Operate newsroom computer systems
• Flexibility to work any shift
• Compensation: $15 - $16 per hour - commensurate with applicant's experience and skill level.

Benefits

Our comprehensive benefits package includes, but not limited to, medical (with multiple plan options), dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, a 401(k) with company matching contributions, life insurance, paid parental leave and more.

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