Multimedia Journalist Reporter

Nexstar Media Group, Inc.•Salt Lake City, UT

1d•Onsite

About The Position

ABC4 News (ABC4 Utah/Utah’s CW30) is seeking a dynamic, experienced Multimedia Journalist Reporter to produce, report, shoot, write, voice, edit, and feed news content for all platforms. The work should be clear, engaging, and meaningful to news consumers. The ideal candidate has excellent news judgment, remains calm under pressure, can multitask, wants to win breaking news and own weather coverage across the state, and has strong written and verbal communication skills. The reporter gathers and researches information, develops and pitches local story ideas, conducts interviews, and reports news for broadcast and digital platforms. The role also involves shooting and editing news content, interacting with viewers on social media, and ensuring all content meets the company’s standards for journalistic integrity and production quality. The position requires flexibility to work any shift and occasional outdoor work in all weather conditions.

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, including the ability to ad lib when required.
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 according to editorial style and formatting guidelines.
Review and evaluate notes about event aspects to identify 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 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 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, including books, news files, and public records, to obtain relevant facts.
Revise work to meet editorial approval or time requirements.
Shoot and edit news events and reports.
Produce and present reports for all platforms.
Ensure 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.