Multimedia Journalist / Reporter Job at Nexstar Broadcasting in Clarksburg

WBOY is looking for an MMJ/Reporter to join the team at north central West Virginia's top-rated TV station. We're looking for someone who can shoot, edit and write independently, while maintaining a strong online presence. The MMJ/Reporter will present their stories live from the field or in our brand-new, state-of-the-art studio. We focus on producing large market quality stories, while working in the family atmosphere of a small market. We work in a friendly community with a great pace of life and easy access to lots of outdoor beauty and recreation, all within quick reach of many large, metropolitan areas.

We have a robust track record of preparing employees for promotions within our organization and in our industry as a whole.

Responsibilities

The Multimedia Journalist Reporter produces, reports, shoots, writes, voices and edits content for all platforms in a manner that is clear, engaging and meaningful to news consumers.

Reports news stories for broadcast, describing background and details of events

Arranges interviews with people who can provide information about stories

Reviews copy and corrects errors in content, grammar and punctuation, following prescribed editorial style and formatting guidelines

Researches and analyzes background information related to news stories to provide complete and accurate information

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

Revises work to meet editorial approval or to fit time requirements

Shoots and edits news events and news reports

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

Performs special projects and other duties as assigned

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

Superior on-air presence

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

WBOY-TV is an equal opportunity employer.

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