Valley Bureau Chief: Lead News & Enterprise Reporting

Nexstar Media Group, Inc.; Brownsville (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Nexstar Media Group, Inc. is seeking a Bureau Chief to lead journalism for Hidalgo and Starr Counties in the Rio Grande Valley.

You will develop enterprise stories, manage daily coverage, cultivate community sources, and coordinate with editors, photographers, and digital teams to deliver impactful content. The ideal candidate is a strong storyteller, self-starter, and newsroom leader who identifies breaking news, generates exclusive content, and represents the station professionally within the

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Journalism, Communications, or related field preferred.
• 3-5 years of reporting experience preferred.
• Leadership or supervisory experience preferred.
• Strong live reporting and breaking news skills.
• Exceptional writing, storytelling, and interviewing abilities.
• Knowledge of AP style and broadcast journalism standards.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Experience with newsroom technology, CMS, editing software, and social media.
• Fluency in English and Spanish
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Lead coverage of news and events within the assigned bureau area.
• Develop story ideas that are relevant, impactful, and important to local audiences.
• Cultivate and maintain relationships with community leaders, public officials, law enforcement, businesses, schools, and key stakeholders.
• Produce original enterprise and investigative content.
• Respond quickly and effectively to breaking news.
• Conduct interviews and gather information in person, by phone, and through digital resources.
• Provide editorial guidance and leadership to reporters and photographers assigned to bureau coverage.
• Coordinate daily coverage priorities with newsroom management.
• Identify trends, issues, and stories that require sustained coverage.
• Positive contribution to newsroom culture, collaboration, and audience growth.
• Train and mentor Content Creators, including reporters and videographers.

Skills

Live reporting

Storytelling

Interviews

Leadership

Bilingual

AP style

Time management

Communication

Independent work

Social media

Education

Bachelor's degree in Journalism, Communications, or related field

Tools

Content Management System

Editing software

Social media tools

Job description

Nexstar Media Group, Inc. is seeking a Bureau Chief to lead journalism for Hidalgo and Starr Counties in the Rio Grande Valley.

You will develop enterprise stories, manage daily coverage, cultivate community sources, and coordinate with editors, photographers, and digital teams to deliver impactful content. The ideal candidate is a strong storyteller, self-starter, and newsroom leader who identifies breaking news, generates exclusive content, and represents the station professionally within the