WHTM-TV/abc27 seeks a dynamic Multimedia Journalist to join our esteemed team. Based in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania and covering our unique ten-county market, this role requires an individual capable of working independently and contributing to daily live newscasts. The ideal candidate will possess robust writing skills, an active and engaging delivery, and a genuine passion for storytelling. As a Multimedia Journalist, you will be responsible for producing, reporting, shooting, writing, voicing, editing, and feeding news production content for all platforms, ensuring clarity, engagement, and meaning.
Essential Duties:
Report news stories for broadcast and digital platforms.
Pitch leadable enterprise stories relevant to the local community.
Gather information through research, interviews, or event attendance.
Conduct live and recorded interviews.
Review and ensure accuracy in content, grammar, and punctuation.
Determine a story’s emphasis, length, and format, organizing material accordingly.
Research and analyze background information for comprehensive reporting.
Requirements:
Strong communication skills and high motivation.
Bachelor’s degree in Broadcast Journalism or a related field, or equivalent experience.
Minimum two years of news reporting experience.
Fluency in English; bi-lingual a plus.
Excellent oral and written communication skills, with the ability to ad-lib.
Superior on-air presence.
Proficiency with newsroom technology, computers, and cell phones.
Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize tasks, and handle multiple assignments.
Valid driver’s license with a good driving record.
Flexibility to work any shift.
Preferred Qualifications:
Two years of reporting experience (preferred, not required).
Willingness to learn and develop skills.
If you are a dedicated communicator with a passion for impactful storytelling, we invite you to apply.
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.