MMJ Reporter/Producer

Nexstar Media Group Inc.; Myrtle Beach (SC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Nexstar Media Group, Inc. seeks a Multi-Media Journalist (MMJ) and Content Developer in the Myrtle Beach market to tell compelling local stories across TV, digital, and social platforms.

You will shoot, write, edit, voice, and deliver content under tight deadlines while engaging audiences online. The role requires a Bachelor's in Broadcast Journalism or related field, strong AP-style writing, and the ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays, including severe weather coverage.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Broadcast Journalism, Communications, or related field (preferred).
• Strong writing, storytelling and on-air delivery with AP style.
• Ability to shoot, edit, and deliver content across platforms.

Responsibilities

• Research, enterprise, shoot, write, voice, and edit news stories for daily broadcasts.
• Write and package digital content for the website and mobile platforms.
• Engage audiences through social media and monitor traffic with analytics tools.
• Develop sources and verify information through field reporting and public records.

Skills

On-camera presence

Broadcast writing

Storytelling

Flexibility

Education

Bachelor's degree in Broadcast Journalism

Tools

Adobe Premiere

Bit Central

Broadcast cameras

Job description

Multi-Media Journalist (MMJ) & Content Developer Position Overview

WBTW a Nexstar Media Group station and the market news leader in the Myrtle Beach/Florence, SC region, is seeking a highly motivated, Multi-Media Journalist and Content Developer. This dynamic role requires a passionate storyteller who can produce, shoot, write, voice, edit, and deliver compelling news production content across all platforms.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• End-to-End Reporting: Research, enterprise, shoot, write, voice, and edit high-impact news stories for daily broadcasts under tight deadlines.
• Digital Content Development: Write, package, and optimize breaking news stories, features, and creative "digital extras" for the station's website and mobile platforms.
• Audience Engagement: Actively build a loyal local audience by managing social media channels, interacting with viewers, readers, and tracking traffic patterns via metrics tools.
• Source Cultivation: Gather and verify factual information by developing reliable community contacts, conducting field interviews, and reviewing public records.
• Creative Pitching: Participate in daily editorial meetings to pitch unique, community-focused story ideas and discuss priority placement with news managers.
• Technical Execution: Operate field live transmission units (TVU) and gather high-quality visuals and natural sound.

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Broadcast Journalism, Communications, preferred or a related field of study.
• Technical Skills: Expert proficiency with non-linear video editing (Adobe Premiere or Bit Central) and professional broadcast field cameras.
• Writing Mastery: Flawless grasp of AP writing style, grammar, and syntax across digital and on-air copy.
• Communication: Strong on-camera presence, clear vocal delivery, and the proven ability to effectively ad-lib during breaking news or live field reports.
• Flexibility: Ability to adapt quickly to shifting priorities and work a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays, particularly during severe weather emergencies.
• Driving Record: A valid driver's license and a clean driving record are strictly required to operate company news vehicles.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

Must be able to lift, carry, and maneuver up to 30 pounds of field video equipment. Willingness to conduct field reporting in various outdoor weather conditions.

#LI - Onsite Nexstar Media Inc. is America’s largest local television and media company with 197 full power stations (including partner stations) in 115 markets addressing nearly 63% of US television households and a growing digital media operation. Nexstar’s platform delivers exceptional local content and network programming to inform and entertain viewers, while providing premium, scalable local advertising opportunities for advertisers and brands across all screens and devices. Learn more at www.Nexstar.tv.

EEO Statement

Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled Nexstar Media Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: NXST) is a leading diversified media company that produces and distributes engaging local and national news, sports and entertainment content across its television and digital platforms, including more than 310,000 hours of programming produced annually by its business units. Nexstar owns America’s largest local television broadcasting group comprised of top network affiliates, with 200 owned or partner stations in 116 U.S. markets reaching 220 million people. Nexstar’s national television properties include The CW, America’s fifth major broadcast network, NewsNation, our national news network providing “News for All America,” popular entertainment multicast networks Antenna TV and Rewind TV, and a 31.3% ownership stake in TV Food Network. The Company’s portfolio of digital assets, including its local TV station websites, The Hill and NewsNationNow.com, are collectively a Top 10 U.S. digital news and information property. For more information, please visit nexstar.tv.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.