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Nexstar Media Group Inc. is hiring: Investigative Reporter in Austin

Nexstar Media Group, Inc. · Austin, TX, USA ·

Job type:
Full Time

Investigative Reporter – KXAN Investigates (Austin, TX)

What You’ll Do

  • Develop and report original investigative and accountability‑driven stories.
  • File public records requests, analyze documents and data and build sources.
  • Produce compelling investigations for television, digital, streaming and social platforms.
  • Collaborate on major team projects, innovative initiatives and long‑form investigations.
  • Turn breaking news into deeper accountability reporting.
  • Present stories on‑air with confidence and credibility.

What You’ll Bring

  • 5+ years of professional reporting experience, including at least 2 years dedicated to investigative reporting.
  • Proven experience producing impactful investigative and accountability journalism.
  • Experience with public information requests, background research, Excel and basic data analysis.
  • Strong writing, storytelling and reporting skills, with impeccable accuracy, uncompromising ethics and sound news judgment.
  • A passion for multi‑platform storytelling and audience engagement.
  • Relentless curiosity, strong ethics and a collaborative spirit.
  • Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in journalism.
  • Required: Submit a résumé and links to investigative work.

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.


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About Nexstar Media Group, Inc.

Nexstar's enterprise-class ad tech platforms, video monetization technology, and professional digital agency services deliver powerful digital advertising and content monetization solutions to brands across both national and local markets in the United States.

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