Reporter/MMJ

CBS 17 (WNCN); Raleigh (NC); Sur place; USD 45 000 - 65 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

WNCN-TV/CBS 17 in Raleigh seeks a self‑sufficient Multimedia Journalist with a passion for enterprise storytelling. The role covers breaking news and general assignments, and requires shooting, writing, editing, and reporting on‑site with strong on‑air presence.

You will create digital content for our website, social media, and streaming platforms, while building sources and delivering clear, engaging reports for news consumers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Broadcast Journalism, or equivalent combination of education and work experience.
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written, with the ability to ad lib when required.
• Minimum two years' experience in news reporting (depends on market size).
• Engaging on‑air presence and proactive breaking news coverage 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 for digital, social and streaming platforms.

Responsabilités

• Report news stories for broadcast, describing background and details.
• Arrange interviews with information sources.
• Review and correct content for grammar and punctuation per editorial guidelines.
• Research background information to provide complete and accurate stories.
• Pitch stories to managers and producers based on local relevance.
• Shoot and edit news events and reports for all platforms.
• Produce and present reports for broadcast and digital platforms.
• Engage with viewers on social media and manage on‑line content.
• Perform special projects and other duties as assigned.

Connaissances

Broadcast journalism

On‑camera reporting

News writing

Editing video

Digital content creation

Break news coverage

Public speaking

Proactive sourcing

Social media engagement

Formation

Bachelor's degree in Broadcast Journalism

Description du poste

• 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).
• 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

• 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).
• 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