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MultiMedia Journalist

Nexstar Media, Inc. • Full-time • TX-Houston;7700 Westpark (Tribune-KIAH), United States of America • 2d ago

CW39-KIAH is a hyperlocal television station in Houston and we are looking for our next Reporter/MMJ. Houston isn’t just the fourth largest city in the US, it’s one of the most dynamic, diverse cities in the country! Known as the energy capital of the world, Houston’s also known for its spaghetti highways, intense weather, fantastic food and is home to the country’s largest rodeo, the Houston Astros, Houston Texans and NASA just to name a few.

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KIAH is looking for a Reporter/MMJ to join our news team. We are looking for someone who can enterprise stories and excels at breaking news. This person will research, pitch and report stories and breaking news for our newscasts and digital platforms.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Reports original news stories for all platforms
Arranges interviews to provide context and information about stories
Reviews copy and correct errors in content, grammar and punctuation, following prescribed editorial style and formatting guidelines
Pitches stories to news managers and news producers which are relevant to the local community
Receives assignments and evaluates leads and tips to develop story ideas
Discusses issues with producers and/or news managers to establish priorities or positions
Revises work to meet editorial approval or to fit time requirements
Shoots and edits news events
Produce and present reports for all platforms
Ensures that all content meets company standards for journalistic integrity and production quality
Writes stories for the web and other digital and social media platforms
Interacts with viewers/users on social media sites
Performs special projects and other duties as assigned

Requirements & Skills:

Bachelor’s degree in Broadcast Journalism, or a related field
Three years of on-air reporting experience
Fluency in English
Excellent communication skills, both oral and written with the ability to ad lib when required
Strong 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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