Lifestyle MMJ & Host: Community Storyteller & On-Air Host

Nexstar Media Group, Inc.

Buffalo (NY)

On-site

USD 48,000 - 52,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Nexstar Media Group, Inc. in Buffalo, NY is seeking a Lifestyle MMJ/Host to create engaging lifestyle and community stories across TV, digital, and social platforms. The role involves reporting, producing, and potentially on-air hosting for Daytime Buffalo and related programming.

You are a strong storyteller and self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative newsroom. The position requires strong interviewing, shooting/editing skills, and the ability to manage multiple projects and

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Broadcast Journalism, Communications, Television Production, Marketing, Public Relations, or a related field.
Experience as multimedia journalist, content creator, reporter, host, or similar role preferred.
Strong storytelling, writing, and interviewing skills.
Strong on-camera presence and comfort appearing on television, digital, and social platforms.
Ability to shoot and edit video using professional cameras and non-linear editing software.
Experience creating content for websites and social media platforms.

Responsibilities

Produce, write, shoot, edit, and present lifestyle stories and feature segments for broadcast, streaming, and digital platforms.
Create content focused on community events, local businesses, entertainment, health, lifestyle, and human-interest stories.
Write promotional and editorial content for Daytime Buffalo, including segment teases, sponsored content, and station initiatives.
Create and publish web articles, feature stories, and other digital content on station platforms.
Develop, record, edit, and publish social media content, including short-form videos, reels, stories, and live content.
Conduct in-studio and on-location interviews with community leaders, business owners, nonprofit organizations, entertainers, and special guests.
Provide occasional on-air hosting, guest interviews, and contributor support for Daytime Buffalo and other station-produced lifestyle programs.
Participate in station-sponsored events, community appearances, and promotional activities to represent the station and build audience engagement.
Collaborate closely with producers, sales, creative services, and newsroom staff on content and special projects.
Perform special projects and other duties as assigned.
Salary - $48,000 - $52,000 annually
Bachelor’s degree in Broadcast Journalism, Communications, Television Production, Marketing, Public Relations, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Experience as multimedia journalist, content creator, reporter, host, or similar role preferred.
Strong storytelling, writing, and interviewing skills.
Strong on-camera presence and comfort appearing on television, digital, and social platforms.
Ability to shoot and edit video using professional cameras and non-linear editing software.
Experience creating content for websites and social media platforms.
Familiarity with social media best practices, audience engagement strategies, and digital content trends.
Positive attitude, strong work ethic, and ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
Must be flexible to work occasional evenings, weekends, and community events as needed.
Valid driver’s license with a good driving record.