Weekend Anchor/Multimedia Journalist

Nexstar Media Group
  • Champaign, Illinois
    2 days ago

    Job Description

    WCIA 3 is looking for a full-time Weekend Anchor / Multimedia Journalistto 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: 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, Paid Parental leave, life insurance and more.

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    Numbers & Facts

    LocationChampaign, Illinois

    Skills

    • Broadcast Journalismunmatched
    • Computer Systemsunmatched
    • Content Developmentunmatched
    • Digital Mediaunmatched
    • Graphicsunmatched
    • Insuranceunmatched
    • Internet TVunmatched
    • Journalismunmatched
    • Multimediaunmatched
    • Multiplatform/Cross-Platformunmatched
    • News Reportingunmatched
    • Newsroomunmatched
    • Organizational Skillsunmatched
    • Social Mediaunmatched
    • Storytellingunmatched
    • System Operationsunmatched
    • Writing Skillsunmatched

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