Multimedia Journalist/Reporter

Nexstar Media Group • Joplin, MO

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About The Position

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, web, and social platforms. Operates live microwave truck and TVU Backpack gear for remote situations. Runs live shots for morning lifestyle shows. Uses a Gimbal and cell phone for shooting breaking news. Gathers information about events through research, interviews, experience or attendance at political, news, sports, artistic, social or other functions. Pitches stories to news managers and news producers which are relevant to the local community. Receives assignments and evaluates leads and tips to develop story ideas. Discusses issues with producers and/or news managers to establish priorities or positions. Shoots and edits news events and news reports. Produces and presents reports for all platforms. Ensures that all content meets company standards for journalistic integrity and production quality. Writes stories for the web and other media platforms. Interacts with viewers/users on social media sites. Performs special projects and other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Broadcast Journalism, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience.
• Proficient in Adobe Premiere Pro or other non-linear editing systems.
• Fluency in English.
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
• Superior on-air presence.
• Ability to meet deadlines and has good time management.
• Valid driver's license with a good driving record.
• Flexibility to work any shift - Early mornings are a necessity.

Responsibilities

• Produces, reports, shoots, writes, voices, edits and feeds news production content for all platforms.
• Reports news stories for broadcast, web, and social platforms.
• Operates live microwave truck and TVU Backpack gear for remote situations.
• Runs live shots for morning lifestyle shows.
• Uses a Gimbal and cell phone for shooting breaking news.
• Gathers information about events through research, interviews, experience or attendance at political, news, sports, artistic, social or other functions.
• Pitches stories to news managers and news producers which are relevant to the local community.
• Receives assignments and evaluates leads and tips to develop story ideas.
• Discusses issues with producers and/or news managers to establish priorities or positions.
• Shoots and edits news events and news reports.
• Produces and presents reports for all platforms.
• Ensures that all content meets company standards for journalistic integrity and production quality.
• Writes stories for the web and other media platforms.
• Interacts with viewers/users on social media sites.
• Performs special projects and other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Broadcasting and Content Providers
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree