MMJ ReporterProducer
Myrtle Beach, SC - USA
Job Summary
- End-to-End Reporting: Research enterprise shoot write voice and edit high-impact news stories for daily broadcasts under tight deadlines.
- Digital Content Development: Write package and optimize breaking news stories features and creative digital extras for the stations website and mobile platforms.
- Audience Engagement: Actively build a loyal local audience by managing social media channels interacting with viewers readers and tracking traffic patterns via metrics tools.
- Source Cultivation: Gather and verify factual information by developing reliable community contacts conducting field interviews and reviewing public records.
- Creative Pitching: Participate in daily editorial meetings to pitch unique community-focused story ideas and discuss priority placement with news managers.
- Technical Execution: Operate field live transmission units (TVU) and gather high-quality visuals and natural sound.
- Education: Bachelors degree in Broadcast Journalism Communications preferred or a related field of study.
- Technical Skills: Expert proficiency with non-linear video editing (Adobe Premiere or Bit Central) and professional broadcast field cameras.
- Writing Mastery: Flawless grasp of AP writing style grammar and syntax across digital and on-air copy.
- Communication: Strong on-camera presence clear vocal delivery and the proven ability to effectively ad-lib during breaking news or live field reports.
- Flexibility: Ability to adapt quickly to shifting priorities and work a flexible schedule including nights weekends and holidays particularly during severe weather emergencies.
- Driving Record: A valid drivers license and a clean driving record are strictly required to operate company news vehicles.
- Must be able to lift carry and maneuver up to 30 pounds of field video equipment.
- Willingness to conduct field reporting in various outdoor weather conditions.
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Nexstar Media Inc. is Americas largest local television and media company with 197 full power stations (including partner stations) in 115 markets addressing nearly 63% of US television households and a growing digital media operation. Nexstars platform delivers exceptional local content and network programming to inform and entertain viewers while providing premium scalable local advertising opportunities for advertisers and brands across all screens and devices. Learn more at .
EEO Statement:
Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled
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About Company
As the largest TV station operator in the U.S. reaching nearly 39 percent of households, Nexstar Media Group offers unrivaled audience access and influence.