The Investigative Journalist 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.

　　Reports news stories for broadcast, describing the background and details of events

　　Arranges interviews with people who can provide information about stories

　　Reviews copy and corrects errors in content, grammar and punctuation, following prescribed editorial style and formatting guidelines

　　Reviews and evaluates notes taken about event aspects to isolate pertinent facts and details

　　Determines a story’s emphasis, length and format, and organizes material accordingly.

　　Researches and analyzes background information related to news stories to be able to provide complete and accurate information

　　Gathers information about events through research, interviews, experience or attendance at political, news, sports, artistic, social or other functions

　　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

　　Checks reference materials such as books, news files or public records to obtain relevant facts

　　Revises work to meet editorial approval or to fit time requirements

　　Shoots and edits news events and news reports

　　Produces and presents reports for all platforms

　　Ensures that all content meets company standards for journalistic integrity and production quality

　　Writes stories for the web and other eMedia 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, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience

　　Excellent communication skills, both oral and written

　　Minimum two years’ experience in news reporting. (More or less 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

　　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 television, streaming and digital platforms, including nearly 300,000 hours of original video content each year. Nexstar owns America’s largest local broadcasting group comprised of top network affiliates, with 200 owned or partner stations in 116 U.S. markets reaching 212 million people. Nexstar’s national television properties include The CW, America’s fifth major broadcast network, NewsNation, America’s fastest-growing national news and entertainment cable network reaching 70 million television homes, popular entertainment multicast networks Antenna TV and Rewind TV, and a 31.3% ownership stake in TV Food Network. The Company’s portfolio of digital assets, including The Hill and BestReviews, are collectively a Top 10 U.S. digital news and information property. In addition to delivering exceptional content and service to our communities, Nexstar provides premium multiplatform and video-on-demand advertising opportunities at scale for businesses and brands seeking to leverage the strong consumer engagement of our compelling content offering. For more information, please visit Nexstar.tv.

　　EEO Statement: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.