MultiMedia Journalist

Nexstar Media Group, Inc.; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Nexstar Media Group, Inc. in Jackson, MS seeks a Multimedia Photographer to research, write, capture and edit general assignment stories for multiple platforms. You will craft compelling, on-site visual stories for TV, web, and social media, delivering timely content across platforms.

The ideal candidate will hold a Journalism degree, have 3 years of multi-platform reporting experience, and demonstrate strong editing, ethics, and on-air storytelling skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Journalism required (equivalent years of experience may substitute for education).
• Strong on-air reporting, writing, and technical skills.
• Knowledge of broadcast quality camera equipment.

Responsibilities

• Research, write, capture and edit general assignment stories for multiple platforms.
• Produce content for TV, internet, and mobile platforms.
• Enterprise and develop stories daily with management input.
• Demonstrate compelling storytelling using live shots, stand-ups, and graphics.

Skills

Camera operation

Editorial judgment

Interviewing

Writing

Social media

Education

Bachelor's degree in Journalism

Tools

Broadcast camera equipment

Job description

The Multimedia Photographer researches, writes, captures visual content and edits general assignment stories for multiple platforms.

• Produce content for multiple platforms, including TV, internet, mobile, etc.
• Work with management to enterprise and develop stories daily
• Demonstrate compelling storytelling using dynamic live shots and stand-ups, creative graphics, and use of digital and social media platforms
• Organize material, determine angle or emphasis, and write story according to prescribed editorial style and format standards
• Gather and verify information regarding stories through interview, observation and research
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements & Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree Journalism required (equivalent years of experience may substitute for education) + (3) three years’ experience as a multi-platinum journalist
• Camera and camera equipment
• Knowledge of broadcast quality camera equipment
• Conflict management
• Detail oriented
• Demonstrate editorial judgment using knowledge of journalism ethics and libel laws
• Strong on-air reporting, writing, and technical skills