WEEKEND & NIGHTSIDE MMJ/REPORTER POSITION
The MMJ/reporter shoots, writes, and edits news stories from broadcast. Sometimes those stories will be presented live, either in the field or in the studio. The ideal candidate will have the ability to present relevant, important news stories in a manner that is clear, engaging, and meaningful to news viewers on our broadcast and online platforms.
Candidate Must Have Ability To:
Work weekend, evening, and overnight hours
Report news stories for broadcast, describing the background and details of events
Arrange on-camera interviews with people who can provide information about stories
Review copy and correct errors in content, grammar, and punctuation, following prescribed editorial style and formatting guidelines
Review and evaluate notes taken about event aspects to isolate pertinent facts and details
Work with producers and newsroom managers to determine a story’s emphasis, length, and format and organize materials accordingly
Research and analyze background information related to news stories to be able to provide complete and accurate information
Pitch stories to newsroom managers and news producers which are relevant to the community
Receive assignments and evaluate leads and tips to develop story ideas
Gather information about events through research, interviews, experience or attendance at political, news, sports, artistic, social or other functions
Discuss issues with producers and news managers to establish priorities or positions
Check reference materials such as books, news files, or public records to obtain relevant facts
Revise work to meet editorial approval or to fit time requirements
Shot and edit video for news reports both on broadcast and online platforms
Ensure that all content meets company standards for journalistic integrity and production quality
Write stories for the web and other online platforms
Interact with viewers/users on social media sites
Perform special projects and other duties as assigned
Additional 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
Excellent communication skills, both oral and written with the ability to ad lib when required
Ability to operate camera and editing equipment
Proficiency with computers, telephones, copiers, scanners, fax machines and other office equipment
Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
Ability to work well in a group or individual setting
Valid driver’s license with a good driving record
Flexibility to work any shift
Nexstar Media Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: NXST) is a leading diversified media company that produces and distributes engaging local and national news, sports and entertainment content across its television and digital platforms, including more than 310,000 hours of programming produced annually by its business units. Nexstar owns America’s largest local television broadcasting group comprised of top network affiliates, with 200 owned or partner stations in 116 U.S. markets reaching 220 million people. Nexstar’s national television properties include The CW, America’s fifth major broadcast network, NewsNation, our national news network providing “News for All America,” popular entertainment multicast networks Antenna TV and Rewind TV, and a 31.3% ownership stake in TV Food Network. The Company’s portfolio of digital assets, including its local TV station websites, The Hill and NewsNationNow.com, are collectively a Top 10 U.S. digital news and information property. For more information, please visit nexstar.tv.
EEO Statement: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.
The MMJ/reporter shoots, writes, and edits news stories from broadcast. Sometimes those stories will be presented live, either in the field or in the studio. The ideal candidate will have the ability to present relevant, important news stories in a manner that is clear, engaging, and meaningful to news viewers on our broadcast and online platforms.
Candidate Must Have Ability To:
Work weekend, evening, and overnight hours
Report news stories for broadcast, describing the background and details of events
Arrange on-camera interviews with people who can provide information about stories
Review copy and correct errors in content, grammar, and punctuation, following prescribed editorial style and formatting guidelines
Review and evaluate notes taken about event aspects to isolate pertinent facts and details
Work with producers and newsroom managers to determine a story’s emphasis, length, and format and organize materials accordingly
Research and analyze background information related to news stories to be able to provide complete and accurate information
Pitch stories to newsroom managers and news producers which are relevant to the community
Receive assignments and evaluate leads and tips to develop story ideas
Gather information about events through research, interviews, experience or attendance at political, news, sports, artistic, social or other functions
Discuss issues with producers and news managers to establish priorities or positions
Check reference materials such as books, news files, or public records to obtain relevant facts
Revise work to meet editorial approval or to fit time requirements
Shot and edit video for news reports both on broadcast and online platforms
Ensure that all content meets company standards for journalistic integrity and production quality
Write stories for the web and other online platforms
Interact with viewers/users on social media sites
Perform special projects and other duties as assigned
Additional 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
Excellent communication skills, both oral and written with the ability to ad lib when required
Ability to operate camera and editing equipment
Proficiency with computers, telephones, copiers, scanners, fax machines and other office equipment
Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
Ability to work well in a group or individual setting
Valid driver’s license with a good driving record
Flexibility to work any shift
Nexstar Media Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: NXST) is a leading diversified media company that produces and distributes engaging local and national news, sports and entertainment content across its television and digital platforms, including more than 310,000 hours of programming produced annually by its business units. Nexstar owns America’s largest local television broadcasting group comprised of top network affiliates, with 200 owned or partner stations in 116 U.S. markets reaching 220 million people. Nexstar’s national television properties include The CW, America’s fifth major broadcast network, NewsNation, our national news network providing “News for All America,” popular entertainment multicast networks Antenna TV and Rewind TV, and a 31.3% ownership stake in TV Food Network. The Company’s portfolio of digital assets, including its local TV station websites, The Hill and NewsNationNow.com, are collectively a Top 10 U.S. digital news and information property. For more information, please visit nexstar.tv.
EEO Statement: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.