MultiMedia Journalist - Reporter

Nexstar Media Group, Inc.•Sioux City, IA

About The Position

The Multimedia Journalist Reporter produces, reports, shoots, writes, voices, edits, and feeds news production content for all platforms in a clear, engaging, and meaningful manner. The role reports and presents news stories, develops story ideas, and creates content for broadcast, web, social media, and other eMedia platforms. The journalist is responsible for meeting company standards for journalistic integrity and production quality.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Broadcast Journalism or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience.
Fluency in English.
Excellent oral and written communication skills, with the ability to ad lib when required.
Minimum two years’ experience in news reporting, depending on market size.
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 shift.

Responsibilities

Report news stories for broadcast, describing the background and details of events.
Arrange interviews with people who can provide information about stories.
Review copy and correct errors in content, grammar, and punctuation, following prescribed editorial style and formatting guidelines.
Review and evaluate notes about event aspects to isolate pertinent facts and details.
Determine a story’s emphasis, length, and format, and organize material accordingly.
Research and analyze background information related to news stories to provide complete and accurate information.
Gather information about events through research, interviews, experience, or attendance at political, news, sports, artistic, social, or other functions.
Pitch stories relevant to the local community to news managers and news producers.
Receive assignments and evaluate leads and tips to develop story ideas.
Discuss issues with producers and/or news managers to establish priorities or positions.
Check reference materials such as books, news files, or public records to obtain relevant facts.
Revise work to meet editorial approval or time requirements.
Shoot and edit news events and news reports.
Produce and present reports for all platforms.
Ensure that all content meets company standards for journalistic integrity and production quality.
Write stories for the web and other eMedia platforms.
Interact with viewers and users on social media sites.
Perform special projects and other duties as assigned.