Reporter/MMJ

Nexstar Media; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

WNCN-TV/CBS 17, the Nexstar station in Raleigh, is seeking a Multimedia Journalist. The role emphasizes self-sufficiency, proactive breaking news coverage, and enterprise storytelling to engage the local community.

You will shoot, write, edit and report live from the scene across all platforms. The ideal candidate has strong on-air presence, excellent communication skills, and experience creating content for digital, social, and streaming platforms.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Broadcast Journalism or related field or equivalent experience.
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
• Two years' experience in news reporting (market size varies).
• Can shoot, write and edit on scene.
• Proactive in responding to breaking news across the market.

Responsibilities

• Report news stories for broadcast, describing background and details.
• Arrange interviews with information sources.
• Review copy for errors and adhere to editorial style.
• Shoot and edit news events and reports for all platforms.
• Produce content for web, social, and streaming platforms.
• Interact with viewers on social media and meet journalistic standards.

Skills

Excellent communication

Engaging on-air presence

Proactive breaking news

Shoot, write, edit

Digital content creation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Broadcast Journalism

Job description

WNCN-TV/CBS 17, the Nexstar station in Raleigh, is looking for the next Multimedia Journalist. We are looking for someone who is self-sufficient, proactive and aggressive covering breaking news and general assignments. We want someone who has a passion for generating enterprise stories, building sources, and going beyond the basic story. The ideal candidate should be proficient in shooting, writing, editing and reporting from the scene of breaking news and general assignment news in a manner that is clear, engaging and meaningful to news consumers. We also want someone who is proficient in creating digital content on our web site, social media platforms, and streaming platforms (CTV).

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
• 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)
• Engaging on-air presence
• Proactive in responding to breaking news across the Raleigh-Durham market
• Ability to gather urgent information on-scene from witnesses and law enforcement
• Ability to shoot, write and edit using various technology
• Produce content for all platforms including digital, social media, and streaming
• Ensure that all content meets company standards for journalistic integrity and production quality
• Perform special projects and other duties as assigned
• Valid driver's license with a good driving record
• Flexibility to work any shift

Nexstar is an Equal Opportunity Employer