Reporter, MMJ at Nexstar Media

The 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 eventsArranges interviews with people who can provide information about storiesReviews copy and corrects errors in content grammar and punctuation following prescribed editorial style and formatting guidelinesReviews and evaluates notes taken about event aspects to isolate pertinent facts and detailsDetermines a storys emphasis length and format and organizes material accordinglyResearches and analyzes background information related to news stories to be able to provide complete and accurate informationGathers information about events through research interviews experience or attendance at political news sports artistic social or other functionsPitches stories to news managers and news producers which are relevant to the local communityReceives assignments and evaluates leads and tips to develop story ideasDiscusses issues with producers and/or news managers to establish priorities or positionsChecks reference materials such as books news files or public records to obtain relevant factsRevises work to meet editorial approval or to fit time requirementsShoots and edits news events and news reportsProduces and presents reports for all platformsEnsures that all content meets company standards for journalistic integrity and production qualityWrites stories for the web and other eMedia platformsInteracts with viewers/users on social media sitesPerforms special projects and other duties as assignedRequirements & Skills:Bachelors degree in Broadcast Journalism or a related field or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experienceFluency in EnglishExcellent communication skills both oral and written with the ability to ad lib when requiredMinimum two years experience in news reporting (Depending on market size)Superior on-air presenceProficiency with computers telephones copiers scanners fax machines and other office equipmentAbility to meet deadlines prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneouslyValid drivers license with a good driving recordFlexibility to work any shift#LI-Onsite Key Skills Intelligence Targeting,Legal Drafting,Typing,Photography,Computer Networking,Interviewing,Signals Intelligence,AP Style,Research Experience,Journalism,Transcription,Writing Skills Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1