Reporter

Nexstar Media Group Inc.; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

WREG in Memphis, Tennessee is looking for an aggressive Reporter who will research, investigate and enterprise a news story on a daily basis. The Reporter will work with a photojournalist each day to news gather, report and go live for the assigned newscast, collaborating to produce solid reports for air and web across platforms.

Minimum requirements include a Bachelor's degree in Broadcast Journalism, fluent English, strong communication skills and at least two years in news reporting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Broadcast Journalism or related field.
• Fluency in English with excellent written and verbal communication.
• Minimum two years’ experience in news reporting.
• Strong on-air presence and ability to meet deadlines.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean record.

Responsibilities

• Research, investigate and enterprise a news story daily.
• Work with a photojournalist to gather news and go live for the assigned newscast.
• Collaborate with the photographer to produce solid reports for air and web.
• Arrange interviews with people who can provide information.
• Research background information to provide complete and accurate info.

Skills

Research skills

Investigative reporting

On-air presence

English fluency

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Broadcast Journalism

Job description

WREG in Memphis, Tennessee is looking for an aggressive Reporter who will research, investigate and enterprise a news story on a daily basis.

Reporter will work with a photojournalist each day to news gather, report and go live for the assigned newscast. Must be able to collaborate with the assigned photographer to producer solid reports daily.

Arranges interviews with people who can provide information about stories Researches and analyzes background information related to news stories to be able 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 Revises work to meet editorial approval or to fit time requirements Produces, edits and presents reports for all platforms Ensures that all content meets company standards for journalistic integrity and production quality Writes stories for the web and other eMedia 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 on-air presence Proficiency with computers, telephones, copiers, scanners, fax machines 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

Nexstar Media Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: NXST) is a leading diversified media company that produces and distributes engaging local and national news, sports and entertainment content across its television and digital platforms, including more than 310,000 hours of programming produced annually by its business units. Nexstar owns America’s largest local television broadcasting group comprised of top network affiliates, with 200 owned or partner stations in 116 U.S. markets reaching 220 million people. Nexstar’s national television properties include The CW, America’s fifth major broadcast network, NewsNation, our national news network providing “News for All America,” popular entertainment multicast networks Antenna TV and Rewind TV, and a 31.3% ownership stake in TV Food Network. The Company’s portfolio of digital assets, including its local TV station websites, The Hill and NewsNationNow.com, are collectively a Top 10 U.S. digital news and information property. For more information, please visit nexstar.tv.

EEO Statement: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.