Evening News Reporter Job at Buckeye Broadband, Decatur, IL

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  • Buckeye Broadband
  • Decatur, IL

Job Description

WAND News – Central Illinois' #1 News Team

Are you a curious, creative storyteller with a passion for breaking news and a strong social game? If you're a recent journalism grad with 1–2 years of reporting experience under your belt, WAND-TV wants  you to be part of our energetic and supportive newsroom.

We're WAND-TV (DMA 88), the most-watched station in Central Illinois, and we're looking for a smart, driven reporter who’s ready to grow fast and tell stories that matter.

What You’ll Be Doing:

  • Own your newscasts—bring your ideas to life, from pitch to production.
  • Turn solid, engaging stories daily with a strong “new, now, next” news judgement.
  • Use social media to connect with our audience, break stories, and build your brand.
  • Collaborate with our incredible team of photographers, drone pilots, and newsroom creatives to make your storytelling pop.
  • Work in a newsroom that actually supports you—and where ego takes a backseat to teamwork.

Who You Are:

  • A college grad with a journalism degree.
  • You’ve got 1–2 years of real newsroom experience.
  • You’re curious, quick-thinking, and know how to ask the right questions.
  • Social media isn’t just a bonus—it’s second nature.
  • You’ve got natural charisma on camera, and off-camera you're someone people genuinely like working with.

What We Offer:

  • Starting salary: $32,000–$35,000
  • Low-cost health, dental, and vision plans
  • Company-paid HSA, life insurance, and disability coverage
  • 6% 401(k) employer match (yes,  six percent )
  • Generous paid time off to actually  have a life
  • A positive, no-drama culture where mentorship and growth matter

Why Decatur?We’re centrally located, just a few hours from Chicago, St. Louis, and Indianapolis. Plus, the cost of living here is crazy affordable (recently ranked 3rd most affordable in the U.S.), with great schools, low crime, and zero traffic headaches.

Let’s Do This. If you’re ready to level up your reporting game in a newsroom that’s all about growth, great storytelling, and a collaborative vibe, we want to hear from you.

Apply now and come do your best work with us at WAND News.

Job Tags

Full time, Afternoon shift,

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