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Sports & MultiMedia Journalist Reporter

Nexstar Media, Inc. • Full-time • VA-Richmond;301 Arboretum Place (Nexstar - WRIC), United States of America • 5d ago

WRIC 8News in Richmond, Virginia is in search of a Sports & MultiMedia Journalist Reporter. The Sports & MultiMedia Journalist Reporter position produces, reports, shoots, writes, voices, edits, and feeds general news and sports content for all platforms in a manner that is clear, engaging, and meaningful to news and sports consumers.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled.

Reports news and sports stories for broadcast and digital platforms
Researches and analyzes background information related to news stories to provide complete and accurate information
Pitches stories to news managers and news producers that are relevant to the local community
Receives assignments and evaluates leads and tips to develop story ideas
Revises work to meet editorial approval or to fit time requirements
Produces and presents content from OBS studio
Ensures that all content meets company standards for journalistic integrity and production quality
Writes stories for the web and other social media platforms
Ensures that all sports and news content meets company standards for journalistic integrity and production quality
Writes and delivers stories in a clear and concise manner
Assists in writing, copy editing, researching, and coordinating sports programming and other content as needed
Respond to breaking sports events and other urgent newsroom situations as required
Works closely with the sports director to develop comprehensive sports coverage
Participates in promotional activities including public appearances
Performs special projects and other duties as assigned
Executes live shots for news and sports
Maintains video equipment
Edits video clips for television broadcasts and content
Performs special projects and other duties as assigned

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.
Previous experience in news or sports reporting
Good on-air presence
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

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