WMBD-TV
Interim News Director at WMBD-TV Channel 31
Company Description
WMBD-TV is the CBS affiliate based in Peoria and serves the Central Illinois region through several platforms, including WMBD-TV, CIProud.com, and the CIProud2Go app. Recently, the station just launched a new free app, WMBD+. The station provides in-depth local weather coverage via its newscasts and dedicated weather app. WMBD-TV is part of the Nexstar Media Group. For more information, visit CIProud.com.
Role Description
This is a full-time on-site role located in Peoria, IL, for a Multimedia Journalist. The Multimedia Journalist will generate, gather, and develop news stories for broadcast, digital platforms, and social media. The responsibilities include creating original content, conducting interviews, writing compelling scripts, shooting and editing video, and reporting on-location or in-studio. This role requires collaboration with producers and team members to deliver engaging and accurate news coverage to local audiences while meeting tight deadlines.
Qualifications
Experience in Broadcast Journalism, Multimedia, and Broadcast Television
Proficiency in writing and producing news content that is engaging and accurate
Skills in broadcasting, including reporting, live on-camera presence, and delivering news stories professionally
Ability to shoot and edit video content using modern broadcast equipment and software
Strong organizational and time management skills
Familiarity with digital platforms and social media for effective content sharing
Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Communications, or a related field preferred
Previous experience in a newsroom or equivalent environment is a plus
Strong interpersonal and communication skills to collaborate with the team and interact with the community
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing/Editing
Industries
Broadcast Media Production and Distribution
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WMBD-TV is the CBS affiliate based in Peoria and serves the Central Illinois region through several platforms, including WMBD-TV, CIProud.com, and the CIProud2Go app. Recently, the station just launched a new free app, WMBD+. The station provides in-depth local weather coverage via its newscasts and dedicated weather app. WMBD-TV is part of the Nexstar Media Group. For more information, visit CIProud.com.
Role Description
This is a full-time on-site role located in Peoria, IL, for a Multimedia Journalist. The Multimedia Journalist will generate, gather, and develop news stories for broadcast, digital platforms, and social media. The responsibilities include creating original content, conducting interviews, writing compelling scripts, shooting and editing video, and reporting on-location or in-studio. This role requires collaboration with producers and team members to deliver engaging and accurate news coverage to local audiences while meeting tight deadlines.
Qualifications
Experience in Broadcast Journalism, Multimedia, and Broadcast Television
Proficiency in writing and producing news content that is engaging and accurate
Skills in broadcasting, including reporting, live on-camera presence, and delivering news stories professionally
Ability to shoot and edit video content using modern broadcast equipment and software
Strong organizational and time management skills
Familiarity with digital platforms and social media for effective content sharing
Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Communications, or a related field preferred
Previous experience in a newsroom or equivalent environment is a plus
Strong interpersonal and communication skills to collaborate with the team and interact with the community
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing/Editing
Industries
Broadcast Media Production and Distribution
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