Multimedia Journalist & Visual Storyteller - Self-Starter

Nexstar Media Group, Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Nexstar's CW39 – KIAH in Houston is seeking a Reporter/Multimedia Journalist (MMJ) who can think creatively across broadcast, digital, streaming and social platforms.

You will write, shoot, edit, and present stories, capture compelling video, and pitch ideas that reflect Houston’s diverse communities. A self-starter who manages deadlines and can ad-lib on air is ideal.

The role requires at least 3 years on-air reporting and a BA in Broadcast Journalism.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Broadcast Journalism or related field.
• At least three years of on-air reporting experience.
• Strong photography and videography skills with visual storytelling.
• Portfolio demonstrating shooting, editing and storytelling abilities.

Responsibilities

• Create original, enterprise stories for broadcast, digital, streaming and social.
• Capture compelling video and photography that bring stories to life and enhance audience engagement.
• Write, shoot, edit, and present content across platforms.
• Pitch and develop story ideas reflecting Houston’s diverse communities and perspectives.
• Own stories from concept through execution and communicate with producers and newsroom managers.

Skills

On-air reporting

Video storytelling

Camera operation

Editing (non-linear)

Written communication

Story pitch development

Multi-platform publishing

News photography

Time management

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor's degree in Broadcast Journalism

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Video editing (Avid/FC)

Job description

Nexstar's CW39 – KIAH in Houston is seeking a Reporter/Multimedia Journalist (MMJ) who can think creatively across broadcast, digital, streaming and social platforms.

You will write, shoot, edit, and present stories, capture compelling video, and pitch ideas that reflect Houston’s diverse communities. A self-starter who manages deadlines and can ad-lib on air is ideal.

The role requires at least 3 years on-air reporting and a BA in Broadcast Journalism.