Investigative Reporter
Nexstar Media Group Inc. - Kansas City, Missouri, United States, 64101![Nexstar Media Group Inc.](/api/image?src=https%3A%2F%2Fgeneral-board-default.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fdesk-360x180.webp&w=640&q=75&f=webp)
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Investigative Reporter . The Investigative Reporter organizes, researches, writes, and produces original investigative news stories for broadcast and digital platforms.Responsible for “Problem Solvers” franchise stories that are focused on helping viewers get results.Turns stories on deadline that are fair, accurate and engaging to the audiencePresents those stories on live television in an energetic, conversational and creative styleDevelops sources to generate story ideas, as well as responds to viewer-submitted tipsLeads in developing and breaking original news stories.Posts and promotes stories on the internet, social media, and other platforms .Uses public records, the Internet, and computer databases to research and analyze facts, statistics and trendsWorks with producers, photographers and editors to produce investigative stories both for broadcast and digital platformsMust be willing and able to fill-in as a general assignment reporter on occasionPerseverance in seeking interviews and information from subjects who may not respond or may avoid questioning.Welcomes coaching and constructive criticismPerforms other duties as needed and directed by News leadership.Requirements & Skills:At least five (5) years of experience as a journalist, with serious investigative reporting experience preferredFour-year college degree in journalism or related communications field preferred.Working knowledge of Internet and databases, along with familiarity with videography, editing and graphics.Strong broadcast writing skills and command of language skills. Ability to write news content both for broadcast and online.Demonstrated strong news and ethical judgment, writing and organizational skills, along with an ability to work well with others in a high-pressure, team-based environment.Ability to type, using a newsroom computer system.Flexibility to work as needed within station hours of operation, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, including holidays.Ability to assist in transporting equipment such as cameras and tripods (possibly up to thirty pounds)Professional appearance and behavior
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