Reporter/Multimedia Journalist

Nexstar Media Group, Inc.; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Ozarks First in Springfield, Missouri, is seeking an enterprising Reporter/MMJ who can craft compelling stories for TV, digital, and streaming apps. You will pitch, enterprise, and produce engaging reports for OzarksFirst.com and connected TV platforms.

You will shoot and edit your own packages, manage a strong social presence, and deliver confident live reports during breaking news and scheduled newscasts, collaborating with team members across platforms.

Qualifications

• Clear, conversational writing suitable for TV, digital, and streaming platforms.
• Bachelor's degree in Journalism, Communications, or related field.
• Experience with on-camera reporting or MMJ preferred.
• Proficiency with professional video cameras and editing software.

Responsibilities

• Write and deliver news stories for TV, digital, and streaming platforms.
• Enterprise reporting with unique story ideas and local sources.
• Maintain an active, professional social media presence to drive traffic.
• Shoot, write, and edit packages and reports under tight deadlines.
• Deliver confident, unscripted live reports during breaking news and newscasts.

Skills

Storytelling

Enterprise reporting

Social media

Live reporting

Writing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Journalism or related field

Tools

Video cameras

Non-linear editing

Content management systems

Job description

Ozarks First in Springfield, Missouri, is seeking an enterprising and passionate Reporter/Multimedia Journalist (MMJ). This role is perfect for a dynamic storyteller who thrives on collaboration and excels at delivering compelling news across broadcast, digital, and streaming platforms.

As a Reporter/MMJ, you will be the driving force behind our daily coverage. You will pitch, enterprise, and produce clear, conversational, and highly engaging stories for TV, our connected TV (CTV) apps, and OzarksFirst.com.

Key Responsibilities

• Cross-Platform Storytelling: Write and deliver compelling news stories tailored for TV broadcasts, digital platforms, and streaming applications.
• Enterprise Reporting: Proactively develop unique story ideas, cultivate local sources, and break local news.
• Digital & Social Media Execution: Maintain an active, professional social media presence to engage the community and drive traffic to our platforms.
• Technical Production: Shoot, write, and edit your own packages and reports independently under tight deadlines.
• Live Reporting: Deliver confident, clear, and unscripted live reports during breaking news and scheduled newscasts.

Qualifications & Skills

• Experience: Previous on-camera reporting or MMJ experience at a college or commercial news station is highly preferred.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Communications, or a related field.
• Communication: Superior writing skills with a focus on conversational, easy-to-understand broadcast copy.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency with professional video cameras, non-linear editing software, and digital content management systems.
• Requirements: A valid driver’s license and a clean driving record are required for daily field travel.