Enterprise MMJ Reporter for DC News – Multi-Platform

TAPP Film

United States

On-site

USD 70,000 - 75,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

401(k) with company matching

Paid parental leave

Life insurance

Job summary

Nexstar Media Inc. has an immediate opening for an MMJ-Reporter to join the DC News Now (WDVM/WDCW) duopoly in the DMA #8 Washington, DC market.

The MMJ-Reporter will enterprise stories across DC, Maryland and Virginia, collaborating with producers, anchors, and leadership to serve local audiences with enterprise reporting, strong storytelling, and source development. A reel/portfolio is required.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Broadcast Journalism or related field or equivalent experience.
Minimum two years’ experience in news reporting.
Demonstrable experience pitching, reporting and producing news stories with reel/portfolio.
Experience using broadcast-quality video cameras and editing systems.
Experience using mobile phone cameras and mobile editing apps.

Responsibilities

Reporting and writing news stories including recording/editing audio/video as needed.
Pitching multiple daily story ideas for broadcast, digital, and streaming platforms.
Creating content in formats including vertical video for social media.
Performing live shots for TV and social platforms as needed.
Reporting from breaking news scenes across platforms.
Conducting newsmaker interviews.
Researching to provide accurate context.
Managing time to meet deadlines and complete special projects.
Working weekends or varying schedules as needed.