Weekend Anchor/Multimedia Journalist

Nexstar Media; Champaign (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company matching

Paid parental leave

Job summary

WCIA 3, part of Nexstar Media, in Champaign, IL, seeks a Weekend Anchor/Multimedia Journalist to produce and anchor weekend newscasts and report three days weekly. The role requires strong storytelling, leadership and solid news judgment. Weekend work is a must, with first-in-line duties for other newscasts.

The ideal candidate has anchor skills, reporting ability, and proficiency with social media, plus experience in producing and editing for multiple platforms.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Communication/Journalism or related field; equivalent experience may substitute.
• Two years television anchoring or reporting experience required.
• Solid vocal delivery, camera presence and clear enunciation.

Responsibilities

• Produce content for TV, internet, and mobile platforms.
• Anchor weekend newscasts and report three days a week.
• Demonstrate compelling storytelling with live shots, stand-ups, graphics, and social media use.
• Organize material, determine emphasis, and write stories to editorial standards.
• Build sources and verify information through interviews and research.

Skills

Anchor skills

Reporting skills

Social media proficiency

Vocal delivery

Writing and grammar

Education

Bachelor's degree in Communication/Journalism

Tools

Newsroom computer systems

Job description

WCIA 3 is looking for a full-time Weekend Anchor / Multimedia Journalist to work for the top station in this market.

Our new weekend anchor will produce and anchor weekend newscasts; CTV to Linear on Saturdays, Sunday news, and will report three days a week. This position will also be first in line to fill-in anchor our other primary newscasts.

We`re seeking a candidate who is passionate about storytelling, able to connect with viewers, and craft memorable moments that bring stories and newscasts to life.

The candidate should have strong anchor skills, producing experience, leadership qualities, proven enterprising skills, solid news judgment, and the ability to multi-task. This position REQUIRES working weekends.

Essential Duties:

• 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
• Gather and verify information regarding stories through interview, observation and research.
• Build network of sources who supply information that allows the Company to stay ahead of its competitors
• Performs special projects and other duties as assigned

Requirements & Skills :

• Bachelor's degree in Communication/Journalism or related degree required (equivalent years of experience may substitute for education
• Two (2) years television anchoring or reporting experience required
• Solid vocal delivery, camera presence, and clear enunciation
• Strong reporting skills
• Understand 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

NON-UNION FULL-TIME HOURLY

Compensation:

$18 to $19 per hour - commensurate with applicant's experience and skill level

Benefits:

• medical (with multiple plan options), dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, a 401(k) with company matching contributions, Paid Parental leave, life insurance and more.