Multimedia Journalist/Anchor

Nexstar Media Group, Inc.

Columbus (OH)

On-site

USD 45,000 - 75,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

WCMH/NBC4 in Columbus, Ohio is seeking a Multimedia Journalist/Anchor to anchor Saturday evening newscasts and report from the field four days a week. The ideal candidate is a newsroom leader comfortable on both the anchor desk and in the field across platforms.

Applicants must include links to examples of professional, on-camera performance. This is not an entry-level position and requires strong writing and reporting skills, with flexibility to work various shifts.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Broadcast Journalism, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience
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 live on-air presence

Responsibilities

Reports news stories for all platforms, describing the background and details of events
Arranges interviews with people who can provide information
Reviews copy and corrects errors in content, grammar and punctuation, following prescribed editorial style and formatting guidelines
Reviews and evaluates notes taken about events to identify pertinent facts and details
Determines a story’s emphasis and organizes material accordingly
Researches and analyzes background information related 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 video
Produces and presents reports for all platforms
Ensures that all content meets company standards for journalistic integrity and production quality
Writes stories for the station website and other platforms Interacts with viewers/users on social media sites
Performs special projects and other duties as assigned
Flexibility to work any shift, including early mornings, late evenings, weekends and holidays
Valid driver’s license with a good driving record

Skills

Bachelor-level English

On-air presence

Communication skills

Deadline-driven

Multi-tasking

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor's degree in Broadcast Journalism

Job description

Imagine your future in Columbus, Ohio! Join our team atWCMH/NBC4 whereour audience knows we’re local for you.Work, play, and enjoy life in the nation’s 15th largest city, market #34, home of the Ohiostatecapitoland Ohio State University.

WCMH/NBC4 is looking for a Multimedia Journalist/Anchor to anchor Saturday evening newscasts and report from the field four days a week. The ideal candidate is a news leader who’s as comfortable telling stories from the field as they are from the anchor desk and can do so on all platforms.

This is not an entry level position. All candidates must include a link to examples of theirprofessional,on-cameraperformance to be considered.

Reports news stories for all platforms, describing the background and details of events ·
Arranges interviews with people who can provide information ·
Reviews copy and corrects errors in content, grammar and punctuation, following prescribed editorial style and formatting guidelines ·
Reviews and evaluates notes taken about events to identify pertinent facts and details ·
Determines a story’s emphasis and organizes material accordingly
·Researches and analyzes background information related 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 video ·
Produces and presents reports for all platforms ·
Ensures that all content meets company standards for journalistic integrity and production quality ·
Writes stories for the station website and other platforms · Interacts with viewers/users on social media sites ·
Performs special projects and other duties as assigned ·
Bachelor’s degree in Broadcast Journalism, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience ·
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 live on-air presence ·
Proficiency with computers, mobile phones, copiers, scanners, 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, including early mornings, late evenings, weekends and holidays