Digital Media Journalist
Nexstar
- Henderson, KY
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Writes stories for the web and other eMedia platforms
- Curates the content on the station’s website to maximize viewing potential for our web audience
- Gathers information about events through research, interviews, experience or attendance at political, news, sports, artistic, social or other functions.
- Arranges interviews with people who can provide information about stories
- 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
- 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
- Ensures that all content meets company standards for journalistic integrity and production quality
- Operates station news gathering devices to route live or edited material to the web or other station devices.
- Interacts with viewers/users on social media sites
- Performs special projects and other duties as assigned
- Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
- 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