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Nexstar Media Group Multimedia Journalist in Austin, Texas

Be part of an innovative #1-rated newsroom that values your ideas, and encourages creative, compelling storytelling – while living in one of the nation’s most desired markets. KXAN in Austin, Texas is looking for an MMJ who’s passionate about the art of photography and editing and has a genuine interest in reporting on hard news. Reporting will include enterprising, breaking news and delivering on KXAN’s in-depth, investigative brand.

Candidates must submit a resume and online reel showing stories produced as an MMJ. Previous work must demonstrate strong NPPA-style photography using Adobe Premiere or similar editing system, compelling storytelling including dynamic live shots, stand-ups and creative graphics, as well as effective use of digital and social media platforms. Must have a track record of cultivating local sources and contacts.

Principal Duties & Responsibilities:* Produce content daily for multiple platforms, including broadcast, digital and social.* Enterprise and develop stories on a daily basis with strong viewer value that represent KXAN’s in-depth, investigative brand.* Gather, verify and organize information, determine focus and write story according to editorial style and format standards.

Specialized Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:* Knowledge of broadcast quality camera equipment, Adobe Premiere or similar editing system and WordPress or similar CMS.* Demonstrate editorial judgment using knowledge of journalism ethics and libel laws.* Strong grammar, on-air reporting, writing, and technical skills.

Education/Experience: Bachelor’s degree in Journalism or related field required + three years’ experience as a multimedia journalist preferred.

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.

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