MultiMedia Journalist

Nexstar Media Group Inc.; Peoria (IL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) with company matching

Paid Parental Leave

Job summary

The Multimedia Journalist researches, writes, captures visual content and edits general assignment stories for multiple platforms at Nexstar Media Group, Inc. The role involves producing content for TV, online and mobile platforms and working with management to develop stories daily.

Ideal candidates have a Journalism degree with at least 3 years of on-air reporting experience, strong storytelling, and solid camera/Editing skills in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree Journalism required (equivalent years of experience may substitute for education)
• 3 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

Responsibilities

• The Multimedia Journalist 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

Skills

Editorial judgment

On-air reporting

Writing

Interviewing

Attention to detail

Digital storytelling

Social media storytelling

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Journalism

Tools

Camera and camera equipment

Broadcast quality camera equipment

Job description

## ,MultiMedia JournalistApplylocations: IL, Peoriatime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: REQ-42530The Multimedia Journalist 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 assignedRequirements & 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### Pay Range: $34,320-$35,360 salary plan### Benefits: Our comprehensive benefits package includes, but not limited to, medical (with multiple plan options), dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, a 401(k) with company matching contributions, life insurance, Paid Parental Leave and more.### **SCAM ALERT:**### Please be aware candidates may be at risk of being targeted by scammers seeking personal data or money. Recruiters with Nexstar Media Group and its local stations will only contact you through official job boards, LinkedIn, or email with Nexstar.tv domain or official station email addresses (example:@wreg.com). Be cautious of any outreach claiming to be from Nexstar or its recruiters via any other messaging platforms or personal email addresses. We will not contact you using a @gmail email address. If you are unsure about the authenticity of a job inquiry or offer, email us at [e-mail].### About Us**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.***