Nexstar Media Group, Inc.
News Reporter/Producer Job at Nexstar Media Group, Inc. in Lansing
Nexstar Media Group, Inc., Lansing, MI, US, 48900
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WLNS-TV, the CBS affiliate in Lansing, Michigan seeks a curious person who loves writing and telling stories. The News Reporter/Producer will play a key role on our team by creating fresh local content for our website. This is a rare opportunity for a position with Lansing’s leading news outlet. Work with the experienced team at WLNS-CBS, WLAJ-ABC, ELAJ-CW, and WLNS.COM. You will spend time in each department, learning all aspects of the business, as well as get hands-on experience in the production of live newscasts, and the digital news operation. The news business is 24/7, so you will join our team on some nights and weekends. Network with industry leaders in the nation’s largest broadcast television company, get hands-on experience and get paid.
Write stories and update the website with fresh content
Create engaging social media posts that will get people's attention
Use push alerts to send out breaking news
Arranges and conduct interviews with people who can provide information about stories both live and taped
Reviews copy and corrects errors in content, grammar and punctuation, following prescribed editorial style and formatting guidelines
Reviews and evaluates notes taken about event aspects to isolate pertinent facts and details
Determines a story’s emphasis, length and format, and organizes material accordingly
Researches and analyzes background information related to news stories to be able to provide complete and accurate information
Gathers information about events through research, interviews, experience or attendance at political, news, sports, artistic, social or other functions
Pitches stories to news managers and news producers which are relevant to the local community
Receives assignments and evaluates leads and tips to develop story ideas
Discusses issues with producers and/or news managers to establish priorities or positions
Checks reference materials such as books, news files or public records to obtain relevant facts
Revises work to meet editorial approval or to fit time requirements
Produces and presents reports for all platforms
Ensures that all content meets company standards for journalistic integrity and production quality
Writes stories for the web and other eMedia platforms
Interacts with viewers/users on social media sites
Performs special projects and other duties as assigned
Requirements & Skills:
Should have or be working towards Bachelor’s degree in Journalism or a related field or have an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience
Fluency in English
Excellent communication skills, both oral and written with the ability to ad lib when required
Proficiency with computers, telephones, copiers, scanners, fax machines and other office equipment
Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
Valid driver’s license with a good driving record
Flexibility to work any shift
Seniority level Seniority level Entry level
Employment type Employment type Full-time
Job function Job function Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing/Editing
Industries Broadcast Media Production and Distribution
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