The Multimedia Journalist Reporter produces, reports, shoots, writes, voices, edits and feeds news production content for all platforms in a manner that is clear, engaging and meaningful to news consumers.
KSNT-TV/KTMJ-TV is looking for a Multimedia Journalist to produce daily news content across all broadcast and digital platforms that is clear, engaging, and meaningful to local audiences
*Must include a link to online reel when applying in order to be considered.
Responsibilities
- Report, shoot, write, and edit compelling news stories for television, digital, streaming, social, and mobile platforms.
- Pitch new stories daily, demonstrating solid news judgment and the ability to identify and develop stories that matter to local audiences.
- Collaborate with other newsroom staff to develop impactful coverage plans.
- Build and maintain relationships with sources, public officials, and community members.
- Research and analyze background information related to news stories to provide complete and accurate reports.
- Review copy and correct errors in content, grammar and punctuation, following prescribed editorial style and formatting guidelines.
- Ensure all news content meets company standards for journalistic integrity and production quality.
- Report live from the field, oftentimes requiring ad-libbing during breaking news situations.
- Participate in promotional activities including public appearances and community volunteer opportunities.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements & Skills:
- Bachelor's degree in Broadcast Journalism, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience.
- Fluency in English.
- Experience using broadcast camera equipment and editing software.
- Ability to work independently while managing multiple assignments and meeting tight deadlines.
- Valid driver's license with a good driving record.
- Flexibility to work any shift.
Skills Required
- Link to online reel
- Bachelor's degree in Broadcast Journalism or related field or equivalent experience
- Fluency in English
- Experience using broadcast camera equipment
- Experience using video editing software
- Ability to work independently while managing multiple assignments and meeting tight deadlines
- Valid driver's license with a good driving record
- Flexibility to work any shift
What We Do
Nexstar Media Group is the largest TV station operator in the country. With the reach of 171 full power television stations in 100 markets addressing nearly 38.9% of US television households, and a diversified, growing digital media operation, Nexstar Media Group offers superior audience engagement across all media devices and local broadcast television’s unrivalled influence on consumers’ purchasing and political decisions. In 20 years, Nexstar has grown from a single station to the nation’s largest television company. This growth is fueled by an organization-wide commitment to delivering exceptional service to our communities and outstanding results for our advertisers. From the very beginning, Nexstar has cultivated an organization-wide commitment to providing superior, unique local content that is relevant to each of the communities it serves, while offering local businesses, advertisers and brands the ability to engage and connect with local communities.
