Anchor / Producer

NCWLIFE television and The Wenatchee World newspaper are seeking an Anchor/Producer to join our award-winning local news team in Wenatchee, Washington.

We are looking for a dynamic, social/digital-first storyteller who can command the anchor desk, craft a compelling newscast from scratch, and hit the streets to uncover impactful local stories. Our evening broadcasts operate as a tight, collaborative team.

You will also serve as an MMJ and digital reporter, digging into the community,

developing sources, and owning the screen-both on-air, on our live streaming platforms, and in the palm of our viewers' hands.

What You'll Do
Own the Anchor Desk with authority, authenticity, and a deep connection to our
audience.

Produce Like a Pro: Take turns producing high-impact, urgent, and visually
engaging evening newscasts.

Lead with a Digital & Streaming-First Mindset: Write, publish, and live-stream
breaking news, daily stories, and engaging content across our website, mobile

apps, OTT/streaming channels, and social media platforms.

Build Community Connections: Develop local sources, pitch original story ideas
daily, and proudly represent NCWLIFE-TV and Wenatchee World Newspapers at

community events.

Collaborate & Adapt: Work closely with editors, photographers, and the weather
team to deliver seamless, high-quality broadcasts under tight deadlines.

What You Bring

The Experience: Minimum of three (3) years of professional experience as a
LIVE Anchor, Producer, or MMJ in a commercial television newsroom

Dual-Threat Skillset: Proven ability to both anchor with a strong, trustworthy on-
air presence and produce a structured, well-paced newscast using modern

newsroom systems.

Creative Storytelling: A passion for visual storytelling, creative writing, and active
stand-ups.

You don't just report the news; you tell a story on TV, digital, and in print.
Streaming & Technical Chops: Experience with live-streaming technologies,
digital publishing tools, shooting on professional cameras, and editing on non-

linear platforms (e.g., Adobe Premiere, Grass Valley, or similar)

Cool Under Pressure: Quick on your feet with excellent ad-libbing skills, sharp
news judgment, and the ability to handle breaking news and live-streamed

events with composure and clarity.

The Credentials: A Bachelor's degree in Journalism, Communications, or a
related field.

Why NCWLIFE and Wenatchee World

Join a small, collaborative team making a big impact in North Central Washington. This

is a full-time position with benefits based in Wenatchee, WA. This is an on-site role,

typically Monday-Friday with evening, weekend and holiday assignments possible for

breaking news, live events and more.

Compensation ranges from $54,080 - $58,240 depending on skills and experience.

Medical, vision, dental, 401K benefits. Candidates must have a dependable vehicle for

transportation, valid driver's license and insurance.

NCWLIFE is North Central Washington's only local TV station and available on regional

cable networks, streaming video platforms and social media channels. The Wenatchee

World newspaper provides the largest news media coverage of the Wenatchee Valley

and beyond. Join this exceptional local media organization as we chart an exciting

future serving our North Central Washington communities.

NCWLIFE and The Wenatchee World are Equal Opportunity Employers.

This is an in-person position based in Wenatchee, WA.
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