Multimedia Journalist/Reporter
Nexstar Media Group, Inc., Fayetteville, AR, United States
Job Overview
KNWA-TV and KFTA-TV, the NBC and FOX affiliates in Northwest Arkansas, are seeking a Multi-Media Journalist Reporter to serve our community. The role requires a trustworthy and motivated reporter to immerse themselves in the NWA and River Valley communities, develop relationships, stay on top of current events, and produce impactful stories across video, live shots, and digital platforms. The candidate must maintain an on-air persona that is friendly, energetic, and authoritative, exhibit urgency, and display high engagement on social media.
Requirements & Skills
Must include a link to online reel when applying in order to be considered.
Present news stories and other content for all platforms.
Ensure all news content meets company standards for journalistic integrity and production quality.
Work with management to enterprise and develop stories daily.
Evaluate news leads and tips to develop story ideas.
Build a network of sources who supply information that allows the Station to stay ahead of its competitors.
Write and deliver news stories in a clear and concise manner.
Demonstrate compelling storytelling using dynamic live shots and stand-ups, creative graphics, and use of digital and social media platforms.
Communicate clearly and respectfully with management and team members.
Assist in writing, copy editing, researching and coordinating news programming and other content.
Act as a field photojournalist and reporter as assigned.
Conduct interviews with community leaders, residents and others.
Respond to breaking news and other urgent newsrooms situations as required.
Participate in promotional activities including public appearances and community volunteer opportunities.
Perform special projects and other duties as assigned.
Shoot and edit video clips as assigned.
Write content for the website and other digital platforms.
May produce newscasts.
Interact with viewers/users on social media sites.
Promote teamwork and maintain attitude of cooperation with all station personnel.
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.
Superior on-air presence.
Professional experience in news anchoring and/or on-camera news reporting preferred.
Excellent news judgment with an expansive knowledge of local and national current events, history, newsmakers and issues.
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 effectively listen to fully understand problems and communicate with a team to shape a solution.
Valid driver’s license with a good driving record.
Flexibility to work any shift.
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Requirements & Skills
Must include a link to online reel when applying in order to be considered.
Present news stories and other content for all platforms.
Ensure all news content meets company standards for journalistic integrity and production quality.
Work with management to enterprise and develop stories daily.
Evaluate news leads and tips to develop story ideas.
Build a network of sources who supply information that allows the Station to stay ahead of its competitors.
Write and deliver news stories in a clear and concise manner.
Demonstrate compelling storytelling using dynamic live shots and stand-ups, creative graphics, and use of digital and social media platforms.
Communicate clearly and respectfully with management and team members.
Assist in writing, copy editing, researching and coordinating news programming and other content.
Act as a field photojournalist and reporter as assigned.
Conduct interviews with community leaders, residents and others.
Respond to breaking news and other urgent newsrooms situations as required.
Participate in promotional activities including public appearances and community volunteer opportunities.
Perform special projects and other duties as assigned.
Shoot and edit video clips as assigned.
Write content for the website and other digital platforms.
May produce newscasts.
Interact with viewers/users on social media sites.
Promote teamwork and maintain attitude of cooperation with all station personnel.
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.
Superior on-air presence.
Professional experience in news anchoring and/or on-camera news reporting preferred.
Excellent news judgment with an expansive knowledge of local and national current events, history, newsmakers and issues.
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 effectively listen to fully understand problems and communicate with a team to shape a solution.
Valid driver’s license with a good driving record.
Flexibility to work any shift.
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