Reporter/MMJ

Nexstar Media Group Inc.; Amarillo (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Nexstar Media Group Inc. in Amarillo, TX is seeking a Multimedia Journalist Reporter to produce, report, shoot, write, voice and edit compelling local news for all platforms.

You will gather facts, arrange interviews and craft engaging storytelling while ensuring editorial integrity and timely delivery. Ideal candidates hold a bachelor's degree in journalism or related field, with 2+ years in news reporting, strong on-air presence, and fluency in English.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in broadcast journalism or related field.
• Fluency in English with excellent written and verbal communication.
• Minimum two years’ experience in news reporting, depending on market size.
• Strong on-air presence and ability to work under deadlines.
• Proficient with common office equipment and newsroom tools.

Responsibilities

• Produce, report, shoot, write, voice, edit and feed news content for all platforms.
• Report stories for broadcast and web with clear, engaging storytelling.
• Arrange interviews, verify facts and ensure editorial standards are met.
• Research background information and develop story ideas with producers.
• Pitches stories to editors; revises content to fit time and format.

Skills

Fluency in English

Excellent communication skills

Superior on-air presence

Ability to meet deadlines

Flexibility to work any shift

Valid driver’s license

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Broadcast Journalism or related field

Job description

• The Multimedia Journalist Reporter produces, reports, shoots, writes, voices, edits and feeds news production content for all platforms in a manner that is clear, engaging and meaningful to news consumers.
• 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

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.

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.