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Nexstar Media Group,Inc.
DESCRIPTION
The
Reporter collects, analyzes and presents facts about newsworthy events by
interview, investigation or observation for all platforms in a manner that is
clear, engaging and meaningful to news consumers.
Essential
Duties and Responsibilities:
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Reports
news stories for broadcast, describing the background and details of events.
·
Arranges
interviews with people who can provide information about stories.
·
Reviews copy
and corrects errors in content, grammar and punctuation, following prescribed
editorial style and formatting guidelines.
·
Reviews
and evaluates notes taken about event aspects in order to isolate pertinent
facts and details.
·
Determines
a story’s emphasis, length and format, and organizes material accordingly.
·
Researches
and analyzes background information related to news stories in order to be able
to provide complete and accurate information.
·
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.
·
Checks
reference materials such as books, news files or public records to obtain
relevant facts.
·
Revises
work to meet editorial approval or to fit time requirements.
·
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 eMedia platforms.
·
Interacts
with viewers/users on social media sites.
Performs special projects and other duties as
assigned.
JOB EXPERIENCE
Bachelor’s degree in
Broadcast Journalism, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of
education and work related experience.Minimum two years’
experience in news reporting. (More or less depending on market size.)
REQUIREMENTS
Requirements
& Skills:
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. (More or less 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.
Physical
Demands & Work Environment:
The
Reporter must be able to sit, conduct telephone conversations, use electronic
mail, write letters and memos, conduct face-to-face discussions with
individuals or groups, make decisions without supervision, make decisions that
impact the results of co-workers, work in close proximity to others, work
outdoors occasionally in all weather conditions, and work indoors in
environmentally controlled conditions. In
addition, the Reporter must be able to lift, set up and operate equipment
weighing up to 25 pounds, and be able to handle, control or feel objects, tools
or controls. Repetitive movements are
required. Work may be conducted in
extremely bright or inadequate lighting conditions.
ADDITIONAL INFO
HOW TO APPLY
Apply online at: https://nexstar.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/nexstar