- 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