Morning News Anchor

Job overview

The Morning News Anchor role is onsite in Rock Island, Illinois. The salary range is $40,000–$48,000 per year. The anchor presents news and other content across WHBF TV platforms. The role exists to deliver clear, engaging news while upholding journalistic integrity and production quality. It also contributes to newsroom programming through writing, producing, reporting, interviews, digital content, and coordination with the team.

What you'll do

• Present news and other content across platforms
• write and deliver stories
• produce newscasts and direct team members
• assist with research, copy editing, and programming coordination
• report in the field as assigned
• conduct interviews
• respond to breaking news
• participate in promotions and public appearances
• edit video clips
• write website and eMedia content
• interact with viewers on social media.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

morning news anchor

broadcast journalism

rock island il

whbf tv

full-time

$40k–$48k/year

news reporting

newscast production

breaking news

field reporting

digital content

social media

benefits package

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• paid time off
• 401(k) with company match
• life insurance
• paid parental leave.

Why this role

Includes on-air presentation, newsroom production, field reporting, and digital and social media work.

About the employer

WHBF TV is hiring for this role. Industry: Media Streaming Distribution Services, Social Networks, and Other Media Networks and Content Providers. Sector: 51.