NewsNation is seeking a sharp, aggressive, and highly adaptable reporter to join the network as a temporary correspondent in our Washington, DC Bureau. We’re looking for a journalist to cover the White House, Congress, federal agencies, elections, and the daily pulse of national politics.
The ideal candidate will have strong existing sources on Capitol Hill and within the executive branch, exceptional newsgathering instincts as well as a proven ability to deliver clear, authoritative and compelling live shots. This role requires someone who excels in breaking news situations, writes accurate and balanced scripts under intense deadline pressure and collaborates effectively with a team operating in a rapidly evolving news environment.
This position is based at our Washington, DC studios with prospective travel as news warrants. This is a temporary position with an expected duration of up to 3-months.
Duties & Responsibilities:
• Cultivate sources across the three branches of government
• Report out stories in a way which uncovers original and noteworthy information and helps the audience understand the impact of news and events on their lives
• Produce content for multiple platforms, including broadcast, and digital
• Work collaboratively with other correspondents and bureau producers
• Work with management to enterprise and develop stories
• Demonstrate compelling storytelling using dynamic live shots and stand-ups, creative graphics, and use of digital and social media platforms
• Travel outside DC to cover national politics regionally and locally
• Maintain flexibility to adjust schedule as news warrants
• Willingness to work extended hours as news and events warrant
• Cover breaking news, general assignment stories and enterprise stories as assigned
Requirements & Skills:
• Bachelor's degree in communications/journalism or related degree required (equivalent years of experience may substitute for education)
• Five-plus years television anchoring or reporting experience required
• Solid vocal delivery, camera presence, and clear enunciation
• Strong reporting skills
• Understand importance of social media
• Promotes teamwork and maintains attitude of cooperation with all network personnel
• Must be able to work assigned shifts and be on call during overnights, mornings and weekends/holidays
• Must have the ability to travel for work, often with no prior notice
• Must have a valid driver's license as driving will often be required
• Must include a link to online reel when applying
Salary Range: $40 - $45 per hour commensurate with experience
Benefits: Our comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees includes, but not limited to, medical (with multiple plan options), dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, a 401(k) with company matching contributions, Paid Parental leave, life insurance and more. Part time employees are eligible for 401(k) and any local/state leave plans. Union positions are subject to the benefits outlined in their Collective Bargaining Agreement.
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Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in communications or journalism
- Five-plus years television anchoring or reporting experience
- Solid vocal delivery and clear enunciation
- Strong reporting skills
- Valid driver's license
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.
