Reporter/MMJ

Nexstar Media Group Inc.; East Park (TN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Nexstar Media Group Inc. in the Tri-Cities region of Tennessee and Virginia is seeking a Reporter/MMJ who can enterprise stories and deliver breaking news across broadcast, digital, and social platforms.

The role requires researching, pitching, and reporting stories, shooting and editing events, and presenting reports while meeting newsroom standards. A Bachelor’s degree in Broadcast Journalism and fluency in English are required; valid driver’s license and ability to work flexible shifts are

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Broadcast Journalism or related field.
• Fluency in English.
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
• Ability to meet deadlines and handle multiple tasks.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean record.

Responsibilities

• Reports news stories for broadcast, digital, and social media.
• Arranges interviews with people who can provide information about stories.
• Pitches stories to news managers and news producers which are relevant to the local community.
• Shoots and edits news events.
• Produces and presents reports for all platforms.
• Writes stories for the web and other digital and social media platforms.

Skills

Excellent communication

On-air presence

Multitasking

English fluency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Broadcast Journalism

Job description

Dominant CBS/ABC combo serving the Tri-Cities, Tennessee and Virginia communities is looking for a Reporter/MMJ. Our amazing region is home to the Birthplace of Country Music, Bristol Motor Speedway, a Hard Rock Hotel and & Casino plus World Class Hiking and Fishing. Join our team which has been a part of the fabric of our community for more than 70 years and is a LEADER in delivering local content to our viewers. To learn more about our beautiful area click here- Visit Tri-Cities

We are looking for a Reporter/MMJ who can enterprise stories and excels at breaking news. This person will research, pitch and report stories for our newscasts and digital platforms.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Reports news stories for broadcast, digital, and social media
• 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
• 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
• Revises work to meet editorial approval or to fit time requirements
• Shoots and edits news events
• 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 digital and social media 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
• Superior on-air presence
• 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

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.