Multimedia Journalist, Harlingen, TX

Nexstar Open · verified Sep 24, 2026

TX, Brownsville Full-time Mid-level Video Production

At a glance

Mid-level Video Production role at Nexstar. TX, Brownsville · full-time.

Pay not stated Video Production salary

RoleVideo Production

SeniorityMid-level

LocationTX, Brownsville

EmploymentFull-time

PostedAug 13, 2026 · 6w ago

Role brief

Growth Roles summary, based on the employer's posting.

What you'll do

Find, research and develop local stories through interviews, events, tips, public records and reference materials
Shoot, write, voice, edit and deliver news reports for broadcast, web, social and other platforms
Shape each story's focus, structure, length and format while meeting editorial standards and time limits
Pitch community-relevant ideas, coordinate priorities with producers and managers, and revise work for approval
Engage viewers on social media while maintaining journalistic integrity and production quality

What you bring

A broadcast journalism degree, a related academic background, or comparable education and work experience
At least two years reporting news, depending on the market, plus fluent English communication
Strong written and spoken communication, including the ability to improvise on air
A confident on-camera presence, deadline discipline and the ability to juggle assignments
A current driver's license paired with a clean driving history

Who this fits

You’ll suit this role if you can report, produce and present stories independently across multiple formats. It calls for clear communication, strong on-air delivery, deadline management and comfort handling several assignments at once. The position is on-site in Harlingen, Texas and requires availability for any shift.

From the employer

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
Minimum two years’ experience in news reporting (Depending on market size)
Superior on-air presence
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

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