News Anchor​/Reporter; W​/End-Morning Kwqc

Job Summary / Description

Do you have the energy to lead a weekend morning team and the drive to uncover the stories that matter most to the Quad Cities? We’re looking for a versatile Anchor/Reporter who can own the desk on Saturday and Sunday mornings and hit the streets as a powerhouse reporter during the week. This isn’t just about reading a teleprompter; it’s about leading a team, producing with purpose, and hosting meaningful community conversations that reflect the diverse experiences of our viewers.

If you’re a team player who thrives in a multi-platform newsroom and wants to make a real impact—both on‑air and online we want to talk to you.

• Lead the weekend morning team:
  Own the anchor desk on weekend mornings with energy and authority, setting the tone for the Quad Cities' day.
• Report with urgency:
  Spend three days a week in the field, uncovering original stories and delivering compelling reports across TV, digital, and social platforms.
• Produce with purpose:
  Use your producing skills to collaborate with and support the weekend producer, ensuring every newscast is tight, informative, and engaging.
• Host "Real Conversations":
  Lead KWQCs' weekly show discussing the Black Experience in the Quad Cities, leading thoughtful and impactful community dialogues.
• Own the digital space:
  Drive engagement by sharing your stories and connecting with the audience on social media and KWQC’s digital platforms.
• Collaborate across the newsroom:
  Work closely with producers, photographers, and digital staff to ensure our coverage is cohesive and first‑to‑market.

• Ability to help produce/guide the producer on what to put in a newscast every day.
• Able to shoot, write, and edit your own stories.
• Pitch stories that matter to the community.
• Source your own contacts for story ideas.
• Ability to work ahead so you are always pre‑planning story ideas.
• Killer news judgment:
  You know what stories matter to Davenport and the surrounding communities and how to tell them with empathy and urgency.
• Team‑first attitude:
  You’re a builder who wants to help elevate our weekend morning show and support your teammates.
• A heart for the community:
  You’re passionate about local storytelling and eager to contribute to "Real Conversations" and other community‑focused initiatives.

KWQC-TV/Gray Media is a drug‑free company.