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News Producer/Anchor

Nexstar Media · Rockford, IL · $15.00–$16.00 an hour · Full time

Posted Mar 30, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

Tell me about a live shot or stand-up you created that made a story more compelling.

What they are checking: Creative storytelling using live shots, stand-ups and graphics, as the posting asks.

How do you work with management to enterprise stories every day?

What they are checking: Whether they develop original stories every day, not just cover what comes in on the scanner.

Why do you want to work in Rockford, and how would you learn the community?

What they are checking: Interest in the market and willingness to join community events.

What would you do

You produce the 5 and 9 and co-anchor the 9. How do you manage your time so both shows are strong?

What they are checking: Juggling producing and anchoring duties without letting either one slip.

A story breaks at 8:45 p.m. How do you rework your 9 p.m. show?

What they are checking: Whether they can make quick, sound editorial decisions under deadline pressure without the show falling apart.

How do you use social media in a way that follows station guidance?

What they are checking: Active social media participation that stays within the company and station guidance the posting mentions.

About the work

How do you decide the lead story for the 9 p.m. newscast?

What they are checking: News judgment for a late newscast and what its audience has and hasn't already seen that day.

How do you adapt a TV story for the web, mobile and social?

What they are checking: Producing for multiple platforms, which is part of the core duties.

How do you keep your delivery clear and natural on camera?

What they are checking: Vocal delivery and camera presence, which the posting lists as requirements.

Tell me about video you edited under deadline. What was your process?

What they are checking: Editing skill and speed, since this role edits its own video on top of producing and anchoring.

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The full job description

As published by Nexstar Media.

WQRF (FOX) & WTVO (ABC) are looking for a News Producer/Anchor. The News Producer/Anchor serves as the primary presenter of news stories and other content for all platforms in a manner that is clear, engaging and meaningful to news consumers. Brief description of duties & responsibilities: • Produce 5 and 9pm, and co-anchor 9pm newscasts • Produce content for multiple platforms, including TV, internet, mobile, etc. • Work with management to enterprise and develop stories daily • Demonstrate compelling storytelling using dynamic live shots and stand-ups, creative graphics, and use of digital and social media platforms • Organize material, determine angle or emphasis, and write story according to prescribed editorial style and format standards • Edits video • Performs special projects and other duties as assigned • Actively participates in social media in accordance with company and station guidance • Participates in station-sponsored community events in accordance with station guidance Requirements & Skills : • Bachelor’s degree in communication/journalism or related degree required (equivalent years of experience may substitute for education) • One(1) years television anchoring or reporting experience required • Solid vocal delivery, camera presence, and clear enunciation • Communicates clearly with staff, the team on air, and viewers to ensure the latest and most accurate information is being presented in real time • Understands importance of social media • Excellent reading, writing, spelling, grammar and organizational skills • Promotes teamwork and maintains attitude of cooperation with all station personnel • Operate newsroom computer systems • Flexibility to work any shift • Compensation: $15 - $16 per hour - commensurate with applicant's experience and skill level. Benefits: Our comprehensive benefits package includes, but not limited to, medical (with multiple plan options), dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, a 401(k) with company matching contributions, life insurance, Paid Parental Leave and more. #IL-ONSITE Interested candidates should apply on our website mystateline.com.

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