What are the responsibilities and job description for the Political Reporter position at Nexstar Media Group, Inc.?
The Multimedia Journalist Reporter produces, reports, shoots, writes, voices, edits and feeds news production content for all platforms in a manner that is clear, engaging and meaningful to news consumers.
- Produce, report, shoot, write, voice, edit and deliver news content for broadcast, digital, and social platforms.
- Cover legislative sessions, breaking new, and other political events within the Louisiana Capitol.
- Establish and maintain relationships with political stakeholders.
- Pitch and develop impactful, character-driven issue stories for broadcast and digital audiences.
- Arrange and conduct interviews with key stakeholders, legislators and subject-matter experts.
- Report live from the bureau using TVU backpack mobile technology.
- Work collaboratively with producers and other newsroom staff to prioritize content and meet deadlines.
- Write engaging web content, create social media posts and interact with viewers across digital platforms.
- Ensure all reporting meets Nexstar’s high standards of journalistic integrity, fairness and production quality.
- 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
