MMJ-Reporter

confidential; United States; On-site; USD 70,000 - 75,000; Full time

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.

Skills

Story pitching

News reporting

Strong writing

Interviews

Education

Bachelor's degree in Broadcast Journalism

Tools

Broadcast cameras

Video editing software

ENPS experience

Mobile editing apps

Job description

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

The MMJ-Reporter will be expected to enterprise relevant stories in the dynamic communities of the District of Columbia, Maryland and Virginia. The successful candidate will be expected to work collaboratively with content producers, anchors and news leadership in serving our local audiences.

All candidates must have demonstrable examples of enterprise reporting, strong storytelling skills and examples of developing sources and relationships. Candidates must include a reel and/or portfolio of relevant work.

Primary Responsibilities

• Reporting and writing news stories including recording/editing audio/video as needed.
• Pitching multiple daily story ideas suitable for multiple platforms including traditional broadcast, digital website/news apps and streaming outlets.
• Creating content in a variety of formats including vertical video suitable for social media.
• Performing active relative live-shots as needed for both traditional television and social platforms.
• Reporting from the scene of breaking news events including live reporting as needed for multiple platforms.
• Conducting newsmaker interviews.
• Performing necessary research to create accurate and relevant context.
• Self-managing time to meet multiple daily deadlines.
• Complete special projects as needed.
• Ability to work various schedules that can include weekends.

Requirements & Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Broadcast Journalism, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience.
• Minimum two years’ experience in news reporting.
• Demonstrable experience pitching, reporting and producing news stories; all candidates must include a demonstration reel and/or portfolio.
• Demonstrable experience using broadcast-quality video cameras and broadcast-quality editing systems.
• Demonstrable experience using mobile phone cameras and mobile app editing applications.
• Fluency in English
• Demonstrable communication skills including clear writing and speaking.
• Demonstrable experience with contemporary newsroom systems including news production, video editing, digital content management, email and other collaboration tools; previous ENPS experience preferred.
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written with the ability to ad lib when required
• Valid driver’s license with a good driving record
• Flexibility to adjust schedule and assignments as business needs evolve

Salary Range: $70,000.00 - $75,000.00 based upon experience

Benefits

• Medical (with multiple plan options)
• Dental
• Vision insurance
• Paid time off
• 401(k) with company matching contributions
• Paid Parental leave
• Life insurance and more
• Part time employees are eligible for 401(k) and any local/state leave plans.