Multi Media Journalist, Reporter I

Nexstar Media Group Inc.; Topeka (KS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

KSNT-TV/KTMJ-TV, part of Nexstar Media Group, Inc., is seeking a Multimedia Journalist to produce daily news content across television and digital platforms. You will report, shoot, write, voice, and edit stories that are clear, engaging, and meaningful to local audiences.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate solid news judgment, the ability to work independently under tight deadlines, and flexibility to cover breaking news.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Broadcast Journalism or related field or equivalent experience.
• Fluency in English.
• Experience using broadcast camera equipment and editing software.
• Ability to work independently while managing multiple assignments and meeting tight deadlines.
• Valid driver's license with a good driving record.
• Flexibility to work any shift.

Responsibilities

• Report, shoot, write, and edit compelling news stories for television, digital, streaming, social, and mobile platforms.
• Pitch new stories daily, demonstrating solid news judgment and the ability to identify and develop stories that matter to local audiences.
• Collaborate with other newsroom staff to develop impactful coverage plans.
• Build and maintain relationships with sources, public officials, and community members.
• Research and analyze background information related to news stories to provide complete and accurate reports.
• Review copy and correct errors in content, grammar and punctuation, following prescribed editorial style and formatting guidelines.
• Ensure all news content meets company standards for journalistic integrity and production quality.
• Report live from the field, often ad-libbing during breaking news situations.
• Participate in promotional activities including public appearances and community volunteer opportunities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Fluency in English

Broadcast camera experience

Editing software experience

Independent work

Valid driver's license

Flexible shifts

Education

Bachelor's degree in Broadcast Journalism or related field

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.

KSNT-TV/KTMJ-TV is looking for a Multimedia Journalist to produce daily news content across all broadcast and digital platforms that is clear, engaging, and meaningful to local audiences

Responsibilities

• Report, shoot, write, and edit compelling news stories for television, digital, streaming, social, and mobile platforms.
• Pitch new stories daily, demonstrating solid news judgment and the ability to identify and develop stories that matter to local audiences.
• Collaborate with other newsroom staff to develop impactful coverage plans.
• Build and maintain relationships with sources, public officials, and community members.
• Research and analyze background information related to news stories to provide complete and accurate reports.
• Review copy and correct errors in content, grammar and punctuation, following prescribed editorial style and formatting guidelines.
• Ensure all news content meets company standards for journalistic integrity and production quality.
• Report live from the field, oftentimes requiring ad-libbing during breaking news situations.
• Participate in promotional activities including public appearances and community volunteer opportunities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements & Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Broadcast Journalism, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience.
• Fluency in English.
• Experience using broadcast camera equipment and editing software.
• Ability to work independently while managing multiple assignments and meeting tight deadlines.
• Valid driver's license with a good driving record.
• Flexibility to work any shift.

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.

EEO Statement: 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.