The Investigative Reporter serves as the primary presenter of major news stories and other content for all platforms in a manner that is clear, engaging and meaningful to news consumers.
- Produce content for multiple platforms, including TV, internet, mobile, etc.
- Work with management to enterprise and develop stories daily
- Demonstrate compelling storytelling using dynamic live shots and stand-ups, creative graphics, and use of digital and social media platforms
- Organize material, determine angle or emphasis, and write stories according to prescribed editorial style and format standards
- Gather and verify information regarding stories through interview, observation and research.
- Works with management team to develop on investigative stories.
- Produces investigative stories following Nexstar standards guidelines
- Build network of sources who supply information that allows the company to stay ahead of its competitors
- Perform special projects and other duties as assigned
Requirements & Skills :
- Bachelor's degree in communication/journalism or related degree required (equivalent years of experience may substitute for education)
- Three (3-5) years television reporting experience required.
- History with investigative and long form story production.
- Solid vocal delivery, camera presence, and clear enunciation
- Strong reporting skills
- Understand importance of social media especially vertical videos and how they differ from broadcast
- Understanding of and experience with CTV and OTT platforms and producing distinct content for them
- Excellent reading, writing, spelling, grammar and organizational skills
- Promotes teamwork and maintains attitude of cooperation with all station personnel
- Operate newsroom computer systems