North Carolina Association of Broadcasters
Reporter Multimedia Journalist News
North Carolina Association of Broadcasters, Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, United States, 29588
Position Overview
WBTW News 13, the Myrtle Beach/Florence #1 rated news team on air and digital, is a CBS Affiliate Station owned by Nexstar Media Inc. We are looking for an energetic and engaging MMJ Reporter who produces, reports, shoots, writes, voices, edits, and feeds news production content for all platforms. The MMJ Reporter is expected to pitch daily story ideas, research and set up on camera interviews, operate a video camera and live TVU unit, edit content, and transmit content while working outside of the station. Applicant must include a video link to on-air work as an anchor and reporter with the application.
Responsibilities
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
Manages a story’s emphasis, length and format, per leadership guidance 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
Qualifications & Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Broadcast Journalism, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work‑related experience
Fluency in English
Excellent communication skills with a proven ability to communicate (written and oral) across all platforms and to ad lib when required
Experience in news reporting or anchoring preferred
Excellent news judgment with an expansive knowledge of local and national current events, history, newsmakers and issues
Proficiency with computers, telephones, copiers, scanners, fax machines and other office equipment
Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
Ability to effectively listen to fully understand problems and communicate with a team to shape a solution
Valid driver’s license with a good driving record
Flexibility to work any shift
Performs other duties as assigned
Company & Contact Apply online at: https://nexstar.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/nexstar
Nexstar Media Group is America’s largest local television and media company with 197 full‑power stations in 115 markets, addressing nearly 63% of U.S. television households. Our platform delivers exceptional local content and network programming to inform and entertain viewers while providing premium, scalable local advertising opportunities across all screens and devices. Learn more at www.Nexstar.tv.
EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled.
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Responsibilities
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
Manages a story’s emphasis, length and format, per leadership guidance 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
Qualifications & Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Broadcast Journalism, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work‑related experience
Fluency in English
Excellent communication skills with a proven ability to communicate (written and oral) across all platforms and to ad lib when required
Experience in news reporting or anchoring preferred
Excellent news judgment with an expansive knowledge of local and national current events, history, newsmakers and issues
Proficiency with computers, telephones, copiers, scanners, fax machines and other office equipment
Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
Ability to effectively listen to fully understand problems and communicate with a team to shape a solution
Valid driver’s license with a good driving record
Flexibility to work any shift
Performs other duties as assigned
Company & Contact Apply online at: https://nexstar.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/nexstar
Nexstar Media Group is America’s largest local television and media company with 197 full‑power stations in 115 markets, addressing nearly 63% of U.S. television households. Our platform delivers exceptional local content and network programming to inform and entertain viewers while providing premium, scalable local advertising opportunities across all screens and devices. Learn more at www.Nexstar.tv.
EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled.
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