Multimedia Journalist & Reporter — Impactful Local Stories

Nexstar Media Group, Inc.

Fayetteville (AR)

On-site

USD 40,000 - 52,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Job summary

KNWA-TV and KFTA-TV in Northwest Arkansas are seeking a Multi-Media Journalist (MMJ) Reporter to tell the community’s stories with energy and integrity. You’ll shoot, edit, write, and appear on-air with engaging live shots and stand-ups across platforms.

As an MMJ, you’ll build relationships, develop enterprise stories, meet tight deadlines, and contribute content for TV and digital. A strong on-air presence, English fluency, and newsroom collaboration are essential.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Broadcast Journalism or 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.
Superior on-air presence.
Professional experience in news anchoring and/or on-camera news reporting preferred.
Excellent news judgment with knowledge of local and national current events, history, newsmakers and issues.
Proficiency with office equipment and newsroom tools.
Ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple tasks.
Valid driver's license with a good driving record.
Flexibility to work any shift.

Responsibilities

Present news stories and other content for all platforms.
Ensure all news content meets company standards for journalistic integrity and production quality.
Work with management to enterprise and develop stories daily.
Evaluate news leads and tips to develop story ideas.
Build a network of sources to stay ahead of competitors.
Write and deliver news stories clearly and concisely.
Demonstrate compelling storytelling with live shots, stand-ups, and graphics.
Interact with viewers on social media.