Reporter / MultiMedia Journalist

Nexstar Media Group Inc.; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 20,664 - 22,041; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company matching

Paid time off

Job summary

A leading media organization is seeking a full-time Reporter / MultiMedia Journalist in Rockford, IL. The role involves producing, reporting, shooting, and editing news content across multiple platforms. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Broadcast Journalism, excellent communication skills, and proficiency with office equipment. Compensation ranges from $15 to $16 per hour, depending on experience. A comprehensive benefits package is also offered, including medical, dental, and vision insurance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Broadcast Journalism, or related field.
• Fluency in English.
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.

Responsibilities

• Produces, reports, shoots, and edits news production content.
• Researches and analyzes background information related to news stories.
• Shoots and edits news events and reports.

Skills

Fluency in English

Excellent communication skills

Superior on-air presence

Ability to meet deadlines

Proficiency with office equipment

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Broadcast Journalism or related field

Job description

Reporter / MultiMedia Journalist page is loaded## Reporter / MultiMedia Journalistlocations: IL, Rockfordtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: REQ-40159The 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* 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 shiftCompensation: $15 - $16 per hour - commensurate with applicant's experience and skill levelBenefits: Our comprehensive benefits package includes, but not limited to, medical (with multiple plan options), dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, a 401(k) with company matching contributions, life insurance, Paid Parental Leave and more.