Multimedia Journalist: Fast, Local News & Social Reporting

Nexstar Media Group Inc.; Tyler (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Nexstar Media Group, Inc. is seeking a digital journalist to rapidly report news and craft original web content. You will collaborate with local and regional teams to identify compelling angles and distribute reporting across markets tailored to audience interests.

You will develop sources, shoot multimedia as needed, and leverage social media to promote stories while meeting tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required.
• 2 years of experience creating content for the web.
• Proficient in AP style and newsroom workflows.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to adapt quickly and meet deadlines.
• Comfortable conducting interviews with local sources.
• Able to produce multiple web stories daily on diverse topics.
• Familiar with social media's role in reporting and driving traffic.

Responsibilities

• Report news quickly and accurately.
• Craft original content that stands out from competition
• Collaborate with local and regional staff to find angles that resonate in the community
• Find ways to share reporting responsibilities across markets and topics as needed
• Understand types of stories that drive traffic on the web
• Work with management to deliver a content mix that reflects the needs of our audience
• Develop expertise and sources in key audience interest areas
• Shoot photos and video as needed to tell stories in multiple ways
• Utilize social media for reporting and story promotion

Skills

AP style knowledge

Team collaboration

Quick learner

Under pressure / deadlines

Self-motivated / competitive

Interviewing with local sources

Breaking news on the web

Multiple daily web stories

HTML/CSS/Photoshop

Social media for reporting

Schedule flexibility

Measuring success / analytics

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

HTML/CSS

Photoshop

Job description

Nexstar Media Group, Inc. is seeking a digital journalist to rapidly report news and craft original web content. You will collaborate with local and regional teams to identify compelling angles and distribute reporting across markets tailored to audience interests.

You will develop sources, shoot multimedia as needed, and leverage social media to promote stories while meeting tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.