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MMJ at Nexstar Media Group, Inc.

MMJ

Nexstar Media Group, Inc. · Austin

1 months ago

MMJ

Nexstar Media Group, Inc. · Austin

2 months ago
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About the Role

KXAN is seeking a Multimedia Journalist to cover education in Central Texas, producing content for all platforms with clarity and depth.

Responsibilities

  • Produce, report, shoot, write, voice, and edit news content for all platforms.
  • Embody KXAN’s in-depth brand by providing context, clarity, and deeper understanding.
  • Report news stories for broadcast, describing background and details of events.
  • Arrange interviews with knowledgeable sources.
  • Review and correct copy for content, grammar, and punctuation.
  • Evaluate notes to isolate pertinent facts and details.
  • Determine story emphasis, length, and format, organizing material accordingly.
  • Research and analyze background information for complete and accurate reporting.
  • Gather information through research, interviews, experience, or attendance at events.
  • Pitch relevant story ideas to news managers and producers.
  • Evaluate leads and tips to develop story ideas.
  • Discuss issues with producers and/or news managers to establish priorities.
  • Check reference materials for relevant facts.
  • Revise work to meet editorial approval or time requirements.
  • Shoot and edit video of news events and reports.
  • Ensure all content meets company standards for journalistic integrity and production quality.
  • Write stories for the web and other eMedia platforms.
  • Interact with viewers/users on social media sites.
  • Perform special projects and other assigned duties.

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.
  • Ability to ad lib when required.
  • Minimum two years’ experience in news reporting (Depending on market size).
  • Education reporting experience preferred.
  • 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.

Skills

  • Reporting
  • Producing
  • Shooting
  • Writing
  • Voicing
  • Editing
  • News production
  • Journalistic integrity
  • Web writing
  • Social media interaction
  • Communication skills
  • Ad libbing
  • Computer proficiency
  • Office equipment proficiency

Location

  • Central Texas

Work Type

  • Full-time

Experience Level

  • Minimum two years’ experience in news reporting

Education Level

  • Bachelor’s degree in Broadcast Journalism, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience

About the Company

  • Nexstar Media Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: NXST) is a leading diversified media company that produces and distributes engaging local and national news, sports and entertainment content across its television and digital platforms.
  • Produces more than 310,000 hours of programming annually.
  • Owns America’s largest local television broadcasting group comprised of top network affiliates, with 200 owned or partner stations in 116 U.S. markets reaching 220 million people.
  • National television properties include The CW, NewsNation, Antenna TV, Rewind TV, and a 31.3% ownership stake in TV Food Network.
  • Digital assets, including local TV station websites, The Hill and NewsNationNow.com, are collectively a Top 10 U.S. digital news and information property.
  • For more information, please visit nexstar.tv.

Equal Opportunity

  • All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.