Reporter / Multimedia Journalist

Nexstar

  • Rockford, IL
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 15 days ago
Looking for your next career move? Join us in Rockford, the vibrant "Forest City" nestled along the scenic Rock River! Enjoy the best of both worlds with a close-knit community vibe and easy access to big-city excitement. Just 90 minutes away, you’ll find yourself in Chicago, Milwaukee or Madison, all offering endless opportunities for exploration and adventure.Rockford itself boasts picturesque parks, charming neighborhoods, and a thriving arts scene.With affordable living and top-notch schools, it's the perfect place to put down roots and thrive. In fact, Rockford was just named America’s top housing market in the United States by Realtor.com.Come be a part of our dynamic community and experience all that Rockford has to offer!WQRF FOX 39 and WTVO Channel 17 in Rockford, Illinois is seeking a full-time News Reporter/MultiMedia Journalist.The Multimedia Journalist Reporter 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
  • Fluency in English
  • Excellent communication skills, both oral and written with the ability to ad lib when required
  • 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
If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!

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