Multi Media Journalist

Nexstar Media; Columbus (GA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Nexstar Media in Columbus, GA is seeking a Multimedia Journalist Reporter to produce, report, shoot, write and present news for all platforms. You will contribute compelling stories tailored to the local audience, with a focus on accuracy and engaging storytelling.

You will gather information through interviews, research, and field reporting, edit content for broadcast and web, and interact with viewers on social media while meeting tight deadlines and maintaining newsroom standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Broadcast Journalism or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 2 years' experience in news reporting (3 preferred).
• Fluency in English with excellent written and spoken communication.
• Ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Produce, report, shoot, write, voice, edit and publish news content for all platforms.
• Arrange interviews and gather background information for stories.
• Edit copy for grammar, punctuation and editorial style.
• Revisions to fit time requirements and editorial standards.
• Publish stories to web and interact with audiences on social media.
• Work a flexible shift and maintain a valid driver's license.

Skills

Excellent communication

Fluency in English

On-air presence

Deadline management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Broadcast Journalism

Tools

Computers

Telephones

Copiers

Scanners

Fax machines

Job description

The Multimedia Journalist Reporter produces, reports, shoots, writes, voices, edits and feeds news production content for all platforms in a manner that is clear, engaging and meaningful to news consumers.

• 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 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 assigned

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Requirements & Skills:

• Bachelor's degree in Broadcast Journalism, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience
• 3 years experience preferred
• 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)
• 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