WAND-TV (DMA 88), the most watched station in Central Illinois, is searching for a talented reporter to contribute to our positive newsroom culture.
What You'll Be Doing:
- Cover local and statewide stories for on-air, web, and social media
- Build contacts and conduct interviews
- Take ownership of your newscast
- Pitch and write unique stories
What You Bring to the Table:
- Plenty of energy and a dynamic personality
- Self-starter with strong storytelling skills
- Recognize the importance of using social media to tell stories, break news and connect with our community
- Demonstrate you will be effective in “new, now, and next” news judgement
- Positive attitude and natural charisma.
- Great listener and learner who always ask questions.
At WAND News, we have a positive and hardworking mentality so you must work well with others, it’s not about you; it’s about the team.
Education & Experience:
- 1-2 years experience in a TV newsroom preferred
- College degree in journalism, communications or similiar is required.
We have a great team of photographers and reporters, newsroom drone pilots, a touchscreen set and many other tools to help perfect your craft.
Perks You'll Love:
- Low-cost family health benefits including Health, Dental, and Vision
- Company paid Health Savings Account
- 100% paid Life Insurance, Short Term and Long Term Disability
- Incredible 6% employer 401K match
- Competitive paid time off
- Opportunities for learning and growth
- Collaborative Team with a strong values-based culture
- Learn from industry-leading talent
WAND is centrally located in the Springfield-Decatur-Champaign market in Decatur, Illinois, and offers an incredible low cost-of-living, a family atmosphere, superior culture, and industry-leading benefits.
Decatur is home to Lake Decatur, an outdoor amphitheater, parks, golf courses, quality restaurants, the Scovill Zoo, Children’s Museum of Illinois, a convention center, and several universities. Decatur is a charitable and giving community with friendly and hard-working neighbors. It’s also home to a great arts scene, antiques, and has several sports and recreational spots.
Decatur has its own airport. Chicago is 3 hours to the north and St. Louis is 2 hours to the southwest.
Owned by Block Communications, Inc., a private family-owned company, WAND focuses on our employees, producing high-quality journalism, and serving our viewers on a variety of platforms.
The WAND family supports each other inside and outside the newsroom. WAND is looking for a team player, plus someone who is highly motivated to learn and grow and is willing to work hard every day to set the bar higher.
* The salary range for this position is $32,000-$35,000