Reporter I, MultiMedia Journalist

Nexstar Media Group, Inc.; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading media company is seeking a Reporter I, MultiMedia Journalist. This entry-level role involves reporting news stories, arranging interviews, and ensuring all content meets journalistic standards. Candidates should have a bachelor's degree in broadcast journalism and at least two years of news reporting experience. Proficient communication skills and the ability to work flexible shifts are essential. Join a dynamic team shaping news stories for multiple platforms.

Qualifications

• Fluency in English required.
• Minimum two years’ experience in news reporting.
• Valid driver’s license with a good driving record is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Reports news stories for broadcast.
• Researches and analyzes background information for stories.
• Shoots and edits news events and reports.

Skills

Fluency in English

Excellent communication skills

Ability to meet deadlines

Proficiency with office equipment

Superior on-air presence

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Broadcast Journalism

Job description

Reporter I, MultiMedia Journalist

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Responsibilities

• Reports news stories for broadcast, describing the background and details of events
• Arranges interviews with people who can provide information about stories
• Reviews copy and corrects errors in content, grammar and punctuation, following prescribed editorial style and formatting guidelines
• Reviews and evaluates notes taken about event aspects to isolate pertinent facts and details
• Determines a story’s emphasis, length and format, and organizes material accordingly
• 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
• Discusses issues with producers and/or news managers to establish priorities or positions
• Checks reference materials such as books, news files or public records to obtain relevant facts
• Revises work to meet editorial approval or to fit time requirements
• Shoots and edits news events and news reports
• Produces 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

Requirements & Skills

• 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

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing/Editing

Industries

Broadcast Media Production and Distribution

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