Reporter

Nexstar Media Group, Inc.; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Nexstar Media Group, Inc. is seeking an aggressive Reporter in Memphis, Tennessee who will be responsible for researching, investigating, and enterprise reporting on a daily basis.

The ideal candidate must possess a Bachelor's degree in Broadcast Journalism or a related field and have at least two years of news reporting experience. The role requires excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate with a photojournalist to produce solid reports and engage effectively with the local community.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years’ experience in news reporting.
• Fluency in English essential.
• Ability to engage with the community through social media.

Responsibilities

• Research and investigate news stories daily.
• Collaborate with a photojournalist for news reports.
• Produce, edit, and present reports across multiple platforms.

Skills

Research and analysis

Communication skills

News gathering

Flexibility

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Broadcast Journalism or related field

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