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Nexstar Media Group, Inc. · 2 days ago

Reporter/MMJ

Nexstar Media Group, Inc. is looking for a Reporter/MMJ to join their team at WOOD TV in Grand Rapids, MI. The ideal candidate will have strong news judgment and storytelling skills, and will be responsible for reporting on daily news assignments, collaborating with team members, and participating in community events.

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Responsibilities

Report on daily news assignments and contribute to daily enterprise content
Collaborate with photographers, producers, management, and assignment desk to deliver top quality news reports
Shoot and edit stories when called upon
Establish and maintain sources in the community, government, and law enforcement
Support positive newsroom culture, collaborate and foster and environment of integrity
Participate in community and promotional events
Perform other duties as assigned

Qualification

On-air experienceJournalistic backgroundWriting skillsLive reportingNews judgmentPublic interactionHandle criticismDeadline managementCollaboration

Required

Minimum three years' on-air experience
Bachelor's degree in Broadcast journalism, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience
Strong journalistic background, superior on-air presence, and excellent writing skills
Ability to handle constructive criticism and perform under pressure
Willingness to work a flexible schedule, including mornings, evenings, and weekends
Positive collaboration with colleagues and effective interaction with the public
Excellent news judgment with an expansive knowledge of local and national current events, history, newsmakers, and issues
Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
Candidates must have a solid resume reel showcasing breaking news live reporting, and well thought out packages

Preferred

Previous anchoring experience is beneficial

Company

Nexstar Media Group, Inc.

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Nexstar Media Group, Inc.

H1B Sponsorship

Nexstar Media Group, Inc. has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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2024 (2)
2023 (3)
2022 (3)
2021 (7)
2020 (3)

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$2.5M
2017-09-06Post Ipo Equity· $2.5M
2003-12-05IPO

Leadership Team

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Bill Sammon
SVP
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Jerry Walsh
Senior Vice President of Local Content Development
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