NEWS ANCHOR (W/END MORNING) - WEEK-TV

Location
WEEK-Station-E Peoria, IL
2907 Springfield Rd
East Peoria, IL 61611, USA

Shift and Schedule
Mon. - Fri. (or at Manager's Discretion)

Job Type
Full-Time

Compensation
$19.97 - $25.55/hr (based on experience)

Job Summary / Description
Our award-winning duopoly WEEK- NBC & ABC is looking for a passionate journalist who can also command the anchor desk. The right hire will anchor our highly successful weekend newscast and report 2 days during the week.

Responsibilities

Anchor weekend newscasts, and other newscasts as assigned

Work closely with producers to ensure story selection and quality of broadcast are clean, compelling, and consistent

Demonstrate ability to connect with viewers and the community both on and off the desk

Shoot and edit content for newscasts and digital platforms as assigned

Generate story ideas and build local contacts

Qualifications / Requirements

Degree in journalism or communications, computer literacy, including newsroom computer systems

Minimum two (2) years of experience reporting as an MMJ in a broadcast newsroom

Videography and non-linear editing experience

Benefits

Comprehensive Medical(Rx), Dental, and Vision Coverage

Health Savings Account with Company contributions

Flexible Spending Account

Employer-paid life and disability benefits

Paid parental leave benefits

Adoption and Surrogacy Benefits

401(k) Plan, including matching and profit-sharing contributions

Employee Assistance Program

Voluntary benefits, including Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness, Accident Insurance, and supplemental life insurance coverage

Paid Time Off, including Relocation PTO

Focus on Caring

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Gray Media provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Gray Media complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Gray Media expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Gray’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.

Equal Opportunity Employer. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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