Reporter / Multimedia Journalist (MMJ) | CW39 – KIAH | Houston, TX
CW39‑KIAH is a hyperlocal television station in Houston, and we’re looking for a Reporter / Multimedia Journalist to join our newsroom.
Houston is one of the most dynamic and diverse cities in the country — and it offers endless opportunities for meaningful storytelling. We’re seeking a strong communicator and self‑starter who thrives on multi‑platform storytelling and is passionate about producing original, unique content told in non‑traditional ways.
This role is ideal for a journalist who takes initiative, thinks creatively, and understands how to shape stories differently for broadcast, digital, streaming, and social audiences.
We value journalists who think beyond a single platform, communicate clearly, and aren’t afraid to try new ways of telling stories. If you’re motivated, creative, and excited about multi‑platform journalism, we’d love to hear from you.
What You’ll Do
- Create original, enterprise stories for multiple platforms, including broadcast, digital, and social
- Pitch and develop story ideas that reflect Houston’s diverse communities and perspectives
- Operate as a self‑starter, owning stories from concept through execution
- Write, shoot, edit, and present content across platforms
- Communicate clearly with producers and newsroom managers on story direction and goals
- Experiment with creative, non‑traditional storytelling approaches to better engage audiences
- Ensure all content meets editorial standards and journalistic integrity guidelines
- Contribute to digital and social coverage, including audience engagement
What We’re Looking For
- Bachelor’s degree in Broadcast Journalism or a related field
- At least three years of on‑air reporting experience
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Confident on‑air presence with the ability to ad‑lib when needed
- Self‑starter who consistently generates original, multi‑platform story ideas
- Passion for creative, innovative, non‑traditional storytelling
- Ability to manage deadlines and multiple projects
- Valid driver’s license with a good driving record
- Flexibility to work various shifts, including mornings, nights, and weekends
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Broadcast Journalism or a related field
- At least three years of on-air reporting experience
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Confident on-air presence with the ability to ad-lib
- Valid driver's license with a good driving record
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.
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