MMJ-Reporter

Nexstar Media; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 70,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company matching

Paid parental leave

Life insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

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

The MMJ-Reporter will enterprise stories across DC, MD, and VA, working with producers, anchors, and news leadership to serve local audiences. Candidates must demonstrate enterprise reporting with a reel/portfolio and be proficient in recording and editing video, pitching stories, and delivering clear, contextual coverage across broadcast, digital, and

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; reel/portfolio required.
• Experience using broadcast-quality video cameras and editing systems.
• Experience using mobile phone cameras and mobile app editing apps.
• Fluency in English and strong written and verbal communication.
• Experience with newsroom systems including news production, video editing, and content management; ENPS preferred.
• Valid driver's license with good driving record.
• Flexibility to work varying schedules, including weekends.

Responsibilities

• Report and write news stories, recording/editing audio/video as needed.
• Pitch multiple daily story ideas for TV, digital, and streaming platforms.
• Create content for vertical social formats.
• Conduct live shots for TV and social platforms.
• Report from breaking news scenes for multiple platforms.
• Interview newsmakers and conduct research for context.
• Self-manage time to meet deadlines; complete special projects.
• Work varied schedules including weekends.

Skills

Communication skills

Story pitching

Live reporting

Ad lib

Education

Bachelor's degree in Broadcast Journalism

Tools

Broadcast cameras

Video editing systems

ENPS

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.

The primary responsibilities of a MMJ-Reporter include, but are not limited to:

• 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: Our comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees includes, but not limited to, medical (with multiple plan options), dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, a 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.