KEPR-TV is looking for a dynamic Evening Co-Anchor/Producer who thrives in a fast-paced, multiplatform newsroom who also has the ability to fill-in on the anchor desk.
This hybrid role will Co-Anchoring and help produce for the evening newscasts and will be able to do other fill-in anchoring when needed.
The ideal candidate is a strong storyteller, confident on-air and familiar with the different digital and social media platforms to be able to tell stories in a digital format and who can seamlessly transition between roles.
What you’ll do
Anchor assigned newscasts with a clear, confident presentationCollaborate with producers to shape rundowns and story presentationConduct live interviews and breaking news coverageRepresent KEPR at community events and station initiativesShoot, write, and edit daily news stories for broadcast and digital audiencesDevelop enterprise story ideas that are relevant to the regionBuild and maintain sources to generate exclusive contentPost stories, videos and updates to the station website and social platformsHelp produce assigned newscast or segments as neededWrite and edit scripts, teases and headlines for clarity and impactEnsure all content meets editorial standards for accuracy and fairnessWhat you’ll bring
Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, or related field preferred1-3 years of experience in television news (entry-level candidates with strong internships may be considered)Strong on-air presence and live reporting skillsAbility to shoot and edit videoStrong writing skills for both broadcast and digital platformsStrong organizational and time management skillsNice, but not needed
Experience in a small to mid-sized market newsroomFamiliarity with iNews and AvidActive presence on social media platformsBilingual Read LessSenior Producer AM
WICS-TV, Newschannel 20 in Springfield, IL has an immediate opening for an enthusiastic and dynamic AM Senior News Producer (TV & Digital) to create meaningful and creative newscasts! This position is responsible for daily production of newscasts, including gathering content, determining content for the newscasts, creating flow of the newscasts, writing for both on-air and digital platforms.
We are looking for someone with a creative vision. The ideal candidate will want to win the big story each day and own breaking news.
Duties/Responsibilities include:
*Select, research, and write content for live newscasts
*Produce and booth assigned newscasts, breaking news, and weather events
*Execute our brand in all newscasts and on all platforms
*Create and edit video content for newscasts and digital platforms
*Work closely with news managers, assignment desk, anchors, reporters/MMJs, and photographers to cover breaking news and win the big story(ies) of the day
*Ensure that story selection and placement fits newsroom standards for vision and growth
*Understand our DMA, key target audiences and where they live
*Produce engaging, accurate work
*Use a variety of content, including live and user-generated content, for storytelling
*Gather content and write for digital platforms
Qualifications:
*Strong communication, writing and leadership skills
*Solid news judgment
*Ability to multi-task and manage time well in a fast-paced environment and under deadlines
*Ability to execute news strategies and news brand
*Prior news producing experience preferred
*A college degree in journalism, broadcasting or communication preferred
*Knowledge of non-linear editing (Premiere, Avid, etc.) and newsroom systems (such as iNews) preferred
This is a salaried position. The base salary compensation range for this role is $45K-$50K. Final compensation for this role will be determined by various factors such as a candidate’s relevant work experience, skills, certifications, and geographic location. Full time positions are eligible for benefits that include participation in life and disability insurance, health, dental and vision plans, flexible spending accounts, vacation time, and floating holidays.
WICS and Rincon Broadcasting is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital, veteran, or disability status.
About Rincon
Rincon Broadcasting Group is a privately held media company committed to reshaping regional broadcast by combining legacy media assets with forward-looking technologies. Under the leadership of industry veteran, Todd Parkin, Rincon is acquiring multiple mid-market television stations with long-term growth potential.
