Reporter/Multimedia Journalist

Nexstar Media Group Inc.; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Nexstar Media Group, Inc. in Springfield, Missouri is seeking a Reporter/Multimedia Journalist (MMJ). You’ll pitch, enterprise, and produce engaging news for TV, CTV apps, and OzarksFirst.com, delivering clear, conversational stories across platforms.

The role emphasizes cross‑platform storytelling, live field reporting, and the ability to shoot, write, and edit your own packages under tight deadlines. Collaboration and strong writing are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Communications, or related field.
• Superior writing with conversational broadcast style.
• Proficiency with cameras, editing software, and CMS.

Responsibilities

• Cross-platform storytelling for TV, digital, and streaming.
• Enterprise reporting with local sources and fresh ideas.
• Produce and edit own packages under tight deadlines.
• Live reporting during breaking news and scheduled newscasts.
• Maintain active social media to drive site traffic.

Skills

On-camera reporting

MMJ experience

Excellent writing

Social media management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Journalism/Communications

Tools

Video cameras

CMS (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.

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.

Nexstar Media Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: NXST) is a leading diversified media company that produces and distributes engaging local and national news, sports and entertainment content across its television and digital platforms, including more than 310,000 hours of programming produced annually by its business units. Nexstar owns America's largest local television broadcasting group comprised of top network affiliates, with 200 owned or partner stations in 116 U.S. markets reaching 220 million people. Nexstar's national television properties include The CW, America's fifth major broadcast network, NewsNation, our national news network providing "News for All America," popular entertainment multicast networks Antenna TV and Rewind TV, and a 31.3% ownership stake in TV Food Network. The Company's portfolio of digital assets, including its local TV station websites, The Hill and NewsNationNow.com, are collectively a Top 10 U.S. digital news and information property. For more information, please visit nexstar.tv.