Multimedia Journalist — Onsite, Fast-Paced Local News

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

Job summary

Nexstar Media Group, Inc. in Harlingen, TX is seeking a Multimedia Journalist Reporter to produce, report, shoot, write, voice, edit and feed news content for all platforms, delivering clear and engaging stories for local audiences.

You will arrange interviews, verify facts, meet tight deadlines and collaborate with producers and editors. A Bachelor's degree in Broadcast Journalism or equivalent experience, fluency in English, and strong on‑camera presence are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Broadcast Journalism or equivalent experience.
• Fluency in English.
• Excellent communication, oral and written.
• Minimum two years’ experience in news reporting (Depending on market size)
• Superior on-air presence.
• Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Flexibility to work onsite shifts.

Responsibilities

• Produces and reports news stories for broadcast and digital platforms.
• Arranges interviews and gathers information from sources.
• Shoots and edits news events and reports.
• Checks facts and ensures content meets editorial standards.
• Pitches stories to managers and producers and develops leads.
• Works with producers/editors to determine emphasis, length and format.
• Writes stories for the web and other eMedia platforms.
• Interacts with viewers/users on social media sites.

Skills

Fluency in English

Excellent communication

Deadline-driven

On-air presence

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Broadcast Journalism

Job description

Nexstar Media Group, Inc. in Harlingen, TX is seeking a Multimedia Journalist Reporter to produce, report, shoot, write, voice, edit and feed news content for all platforms, delivering clear and engaging stories for local audiences.

You will arrange interviews, verify facts, meet tight deadlines and collaborate with producers and editors. A Bachelor's degree in Broadcast Journalism or equivalent experience, fluency in English, and strong on‑camera presence are required.