News Reporter

FOX Television Stations owns and operates 29 full-power broadcast television stations in the U.S., including stations in 14 of the top 15 largest designated market areas and duopolies in 11 DMAs. These stations collectively produce approximately 1,200 hours of local news every week and leverage viewer, distributor, and advertiser demand for the FOX Network’s national content.

About the role

FOX Chicago is looking for a dynamic storyteller who lives at the intersection of news, culture, weather, and community. We are reimagining local journalism and moving beyond scripted, formulaic news coverage. You will help viewers understand what is happening across Chicagoland and around the country by delivering information with context, asking smart questions, and creating opportunities for engagement. The role involves creating content for broadcast, streaming, social media, podcasts, and emerging platforms.

Responsibilities

• Host live and recorded programming from the studio and occasionally from the field.
• Lead engaging conversations that help audiences understand the stories shaping Chicagoland and the nation.
• Report on breaking news, major events, and compelling local stories across multiple platforms.
• Conduct thoughtful interviews with newsmakers, community leaders, and everyday people.
• Develop original story ideas driven by curiosity, audience interests, and cultural relevance.
• Create compelling content for broadcast, streaming, social media, and digital platforms.
• Collaborate with producers, reporters, meteorologists, and digital teams to develop innovative storytelling approaches.
• Identify emerging trends, cultural conversations, and audience interests that can drive impactful coverage.
• Contribute to podcasts and other long-form storytelling initiatives as opportunities arise.
• Represent FOX Chicago in the community and help strengthen audience engagement across platforms.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of journalism, reporting, anchoring, hosting, or related storytelling experience.
• Exceptional communication, interviewing, and live presentation skills.
• Strong news judgment and the ability to explain complex topics in a clear, engaging manner.
• Proven ability to generate original story ideas and develop compelling content.
• Experience working in fast-paced, deadline-driven environments.
• Strong understanding of digital, streaming, and social media platforms.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including mornings, evenings, weekends, holidays, and breaking news situations.
• Collaborative mindset with the ability to work effectively across newsroom teams.
• Ability to discuss breaking news, weather, traffic, politics, and major events in a conversational, informative, and audience-focused manner.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience hosting live television, streaming programs, podcasts, or other audience-facing content.
• Knowledge of the Chicago market, local issues, and community interests.
• Experience creating digital-first and social media content that drives audience engagement.
• Degree in Meteorology or experience communicating weather and climate-related stories.

Pay

The pay rate/range for this role is $60.00–72.00 per hour, with the final offer amount dependent on education, skills, experience, and location.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) plan.
• Paid time off.
• Additional benefits in accordance with applicable plan documents.
• Benefits for Union represented employees will be in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreement.