Brownsville-Harlingen-McAllen,TX
Nexstar Media Group,Inc.
DESCRIPTION
Nexstar Media Group (NASDAQ: NXST) is a leading diversified media company that leverages localism to bring new services and value to consumers and advertisers through its traditional media, digital and mobile media platforms. Its wholly owned operating subsidiary, Nexstar Inc., consists of three divisions: Broadcasting, Digital, and Networks. The Broadcasting Division operates, programs, or provides sales and other services to 199 television stations and related digital multicast signals reaching 116 markets or approximately 39% of all U.S. television households (reflecting the FCC’s UHF discount). The division’s portfolio includes primary affiliates of NBC, CBS, ABC, FOX, MyNetworkTV and The CW. The Digital Division operates 122 local websites and 316 mobile apps offering hyper-local content and verticals for consumers and advertisers, allowing audiences to choose where, when and how they access content and creating new revenue opportunities for the company. The Networks Division operates WGN America, a growing national general entertainment cable network and the home of NewsNation, multicast network Antenna TV, and WGN Radio in Chicago. Nexstar also owns a 31.3% ownership stake in TV Food Network, a top tier cable asset. For more information, please visit http://www.nexstar.tv.
EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled
KVEO-TV/NBC23 and CBS4, the Nexstar station in Brownsville/Harlingen/McAllen, Texas, seek an experienced Investigative Reporter/Producer.
Candidates must have a minimum of two years TV reporting experience. This is not an entry-level position. A bachelor's degree in journalism or related field preferred.
The Investigative Reporter will pitch, research, write and produce original, in-depth, high-quality, and high-impact stories in collaboration with Photographers, Editors, Producers, and Managers.
Applicants should have extensive knowledge of the research tools and storytelling techniques used in contemporary investigative journalism for broadcast and digital platforms. They should know the basics of data analysis, public information requests, and backgrounding.
JOB EXPERIENCE
Responsibilities:
- Generate short and long-term investigations and continued follow-ups that are fair, accurate, and engaging
- Present those stories on live television in an energetic, conversational, and creative style
- Develop sources to generate story ideas and respond to viewer-submitted leads
- Create specific beats, break investigative angles when a major news story arises, investigate tips that uncover a problem, hold those responsible accountable, and press for solutions
- Post and promote content online and on social media
- Use public records and databases to research and analyze facts, statistics, and trends
REQUIREMENTS
- At least two years of experience as a reporter
- Four-year college degree in journalism or related communications field preferred
- Proficiency with Internet and database searches; familiarity with videography, editing, and graphics
- Strong broadcast writing skills and command of language skills. Ability to write news content both for broadcast and digital platforms
- Demonstrated news judgment and ethical decision-making, organizational skills, along with an ability to work well with others in a high-pressure, team-based environment
- Flexibility to work as needed within station hours of operation, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
- Ability to assist in transporting equipment such as cameras and tripods (possibly up to thirty pounds)
- Professional appearance, demeanor, and behavior
ADDITIONAL INFO
HOW TO APPLY
Apply online at: https://nexstar.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/nexstar