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Nexstar Media Group, Inc. · 7 hours ago

Reporter I, Wknd/Nightside MMJ

Augusta, GA

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

Nexstar Media Group, Inc. is seeking a Weekend & Nightside MMJ/Reporter to shoot, write, and edit news stories for broadcast. The ideal candidate will present clear and engaging news stories and will be responsible for gathering information, pitching relevant stories, and ensuring content meets journalistic standards.

BroadcastingInformation ServicesMedia and EntertainmentNewsPublishingSocial Media

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Work weekend, evening, and overnight hours

Report news stories for broadcast, describing the background and details of events

Arrange on-camera interviews with people who can provide information about stories

Review copy and correct errors in content, grammar, and punctuation, following prescribed editorial style and formatting guidelines

Review and evaluate notes taken about event aspects to isolate pertinent facts and details

Work with producers and newsroom managers to determine a story’s emphasis, length, and format and organize materials accordingly

Research and analyze background information related to news stories to be able to provide complete and accurate information

Pitch stories to newsroom managers and news producers which are relevant to the community

Receive assignments and evaluate leads and tips to develop story ideas

Gather information about events through research, interviews, experience or attendance at political, news, sports, artistic, social or other functions

Discuss issues with producers and news managers to establish priorities or positions

Check reference materials such as books, news files, or public records to obtain relevant facts

Revise work to meet editorial approval or to fit time requirements

Shot and edit video for news reports both on broadcast and online platforms

Ensure that all content meets company standards for journalistic integrity and production quality

Write stories for the web and other online platforms

Interact with viewers/users on social media sites

Perform special projects and other duties as assigned

Qualification

Broadcast JournalismVideo EditingStory PitchingCamera OperationSocial Media InteractionResearch SkillsDeadline ManagementFluency in EnglishCommunicationTeamwork

Required

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

Ability to operate camera and editing equipment

Proficiency with computers, telephones, copiers, scanners, fax machines and other office equipment

Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously

Ability to work well in a group or individual setting

Valid driver's license with a good driving record

Flexibility to work any shift

Work weekend, evening, and overnight hours

Report news stories for broadcast, describing the background and details of events

Arrange on-camera interviews with people who can provide information about stories

Review copy and correct errors in content, grammar, and punctuation, following prescribed editorial style and formatting guidelines

Review and evaluate notes taken about event aspects to isolate pertinent facts and details

Work with producers and newsroom managers to determine a story's emphasis, length, and format and organize materials accordingly