Reporter-MMJ

  • Full Time
  • Anywhere

Springfield,MO

Nexstar Media Group,Inc.

DESCRIPTION

KOLR10/Ozarks FOX is looking for a talented reporter who loves journalism and impactful storytelling! The Reporter/MMJ must be ambitious, enthusiastic, and inquisitive. The Reporter/MMJ will shoot, write, and edit content for all platforms.

  • 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
  • Reviews and evaluates notes taken about event aspects to isolate pertinent facts and details
  • Works with manager to determines a story’s emphasis, length and format, and organizes material accordingly
  • Researches and analyzes background information related to news stories to be able to provide complete and accurate information
  • Sets up interviews, shoots interviews and video, writes story, is able to edit and presents story
  • Coordinates closely with the photographer on the best live location and the best way to use that location to help tell the story
  • Revises scripts to meet editorial approval or to fit the time requirement
  • Ensures that all content meets company standards for journalistic integrity and production quality
  • Writes stories for digital platforms
  • Interacts with viewers/users on social media sites
  • Performs special projects and other duties as assigned

 

JOB EXPERIENCE

Minimum two years' experience in news reporting (Depending on market size)

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 communication skills, both oral and written 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


 

ADDITIONAL INFO

EEO Statement Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled

HOW TO APPLY

Apply online at: https://nexstar.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/nexstar

https://nexstar.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/nexstar/job/Reporter-MMJ_REQ-16325

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