Reporter/Multimedia Journalist Job at Nexstar Broadcasting, Springfield, MO

  • Nexstar Broadcasting
  • Springfield, MO

Job Description

MO, Springfield

Full time

REQ-42549

Ozarks First in Springfield, Missouri, is seeking an enterprising and passionate Reporter/Multimedia Journalist (MMJ). This role is perfect for a dynamic storyteller who thrives on collaboration and excels at delivering compelling news across broadcast, digital, and streaming platforms.

As a Reporter/MMJ, you will be the driving force behind our daily coverage. You will pitch, enterprise, and produce clear, conversational, and highly engaging stories for TV, our connected TV (CTV) apps, and OzarksFirst.com .

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Key Responsibilities

  • Cross-Platform Storytelling: Write and deliver compelling news stories tailored for TV broadcasts, digital platforms, and streaming applications.

  • Enterprise Reporting: Proactively develop unique story ideas, cultivate local sources, and break local news.

  • Digital & Social Media Execution: Maintain an active, professional social media presence to engage the community and drive traffic to our platforms.

  • Technical Production: Shoot, write, and edit your own packages and reports independently under tight deadlines.

  • Live Reporting: Deliver confident, clear, and unscripted live reports during breaking news and scheduled newscasts.

Qualifications & Skills

  • Experience: Previous on-camera reporting or MMJ experience at a college or commercial news station is highly preferred.

  • Education: Bachelor's degree in Journalism, Communications, or a related field.

  • Communication: Superior writing skills with a focus on conversational, easy-to-understand broadcast copy.

  • Technical Skills: Proficiency with professional video cameras, non-linear editing software, and digital content management systems.

  • Requirements: A valid driver's license and a clean driving record are required for daily field travel.

SCAM ALERT:

Please be aware candidates may be at risk of being targeted by scammers seeking personal data or money. Recruiters with Nexstar Media Group and its local stations will only contact you through official job boards, LinkedIn, or email with Nexstar.tv domain or official station email addresses (example:@wreg.com). Be cautious of any outreach claiming to be from Nexstar or its recruiters via any other messaging platforms or personal email addresses. We will not contact you using a @gmail email address. If you are unsure about the authenticity of a job inquiry or offer, email us at corporaterecruiters@nexstar.tv .

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. For more information, please visit nexstar.tv.

EEO Statement: 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.

Job Tags

Full time, Local area

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