Reporter I, MultiMedia Journalist

Nexstar Open · verified Sep 24, 2026

SD, Sioux Falls Full-time Mid-level Video Production

At a glance

Mid-level Video Production role at Nexstar. SD, Sioux Falls · full-time.

Pay not stated Video Production salary

RoleVideo Production

SeniorityMid-level

LocationSD, Sioux Falls

EmploymentFull-time

PostedJun 17, 2026 · 3mo ago

Role brief

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

What you'll do

Research, report and produce local stories for broadcast, web, eMedia and social channels
Arrange interviews, gather facts and check reference materials to build complete, accurate reports
Shoot, edit, write and voice news content while shaping each story’s focus, length and format
Pitch community-relevant ideas, assess incoming leads and coordinate priorities with producers or news managers
Revise reports for editorial approval, time limits, journalistic integrity and production quality

What you bring

A bachelor’s degree in broadcast journalism or a related discipline, or equivalent education and work experience
At least two years of news-reporting experience, depending on market size
Fluent English, strong spoken and written communication, and confidence improvising on air
A valid driver’s license paired with a clean driving history
The ability to prioritize competing assignments, meet deadlines and work any shift

Who this fits

You’ll suit a multimedia reporter who can work across reporting, field shooting, editing, writing, presenting and digital publishing. The role requires a strong on-air presence, computer and office-equipment proficiency, and flexibility for any shift. You must also be able to drive with an acceptable record.

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
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
Flexibility to work any shift