MMJ

Nexstar Media Group Inc.; Austin, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 47,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Nexstar Media Group Inc. is seeking a Multimedia Journalist in Austin, TX to report on education for broadcast and digital platforms. You will shoot, write, voice, edit and distribute stories with depth and clarity for multiple platforms, ensuring accuracy and engaging storytelling.

Required is a Bachelor’s in Broadcast Journalism (or equivalent), fluency in English, and at least two years of news reporting experience. A valid driver’s license and flexibility to work any shift are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Broadcast Journalism, or 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.
• Minimum two years’ experience in news reporting; education reporting experience preferred.
• Superior on-air presence.
• Proficiency with computers and office equipment.
• Ability to meet deadlines and handle multiple tasks.
• Valid driver’s license with a good driving record.
• Flexibility to work any shift.

Responsibilities

• Reports news stories for broadcast, describing background and details.
• Arranges interviews with people who can provide information.
• Reviews copy and corrects errors in content following editorial style.
• Researches background information to provide complete and accurate reports.
• Gathers information from events through research or attendance.
• Pitches stories to managers and producers relevant to the local community.
• Shoots and edits video of news events and reports.
• Produces and presents reports for all platforms, including web and social media.
• Interacts with viewers/users on social media sites.
• Performs special projects and other duties as assigned.

Skills

Fluency in English

Excellent communication

Ad libability

Deadline-driven

News reporting experience

On-air presence

Office equipment proficiency

Flexible shifts

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Broadcast Journalism

Tools

Computers

Job description

## MMJApplylocations: TX, Austintime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Yesterdayjob requisition id: REQ-41828KXAN is hiring a Multimedia Journalist to report on education in Central Texas. The person in this position will produce, report, shoot, write, voice, edit and feed news production content for all platforms in a manner that is clear, engaging and meaningful to news consumers. This journalist is expected to embody KXAN’s in-depth brand by providing context, clarity and deeper understanding in every report.* Reports news stories for broadcast, describing the 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* Reviews and evaluates notes taken about event aspects to isolate pertinent facts and details* Determines a story’s emphasis, length and format, and organizes material accordingly* Researches and analyzes background information related to news stories to be able to provide complete and accurate information* Gathers information about events through research, interviews, experience or attendance at political, news, sports, artistic, social or other functions* 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* Discusses issues with producers and/or news managers to establish priorities or positions* Checks reference materials such as books, news files or public records to obtain relevant facts* Revises work to meet editorial approval or to fit time requirements* Shoots and edits video of 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 and other eMedia platforms* Interacts with viewers/users on social media sites* Performs special projects and other duties as assignedRequirements & 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* Minimum two years’ experience in news reporting (Depending on market size); education reporting experience preferred* Superior on-air presence* Proficiency with computers, telephones, copiers, scanners, fax machines and other office equipment* 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