Reporter/Multimedia Journalist (MMJ)… at Nexstar Media… · TX-Housto…

Reporter/Multimedia Journalist (MMJ) /Visual Storyteller

Location: TX-Houston;7700 Westpark (Tribune-KIAH)

Reporter / Multimedia Journalist (MMJ) /Visual Storyteller CW39 – KIAH | Houston, TX is ideal for a journalist who takes initiative, thinks creatively, and understands how to shape stories differently for broadcast, digital, streaming, and social audiences.

We value journalists who think beyond a single platform, communicate clearly, and aren’t afraid to try new ways of telling stories. If you’re motivated, creative, and excited about multi-platform journalism, we’d love to hear from you.

What You’ll Do

· Create original, enterprise stories for multiple platforms, including broadcast, digital, streaming and social

· Capture compelling video and photography that bring stories to life and enhance audience engagement.

· Demonstrate strong news photography skills, including sequencing and visual storytelling.

· Pitch and develop story ideas that reflect Houston’s diverse communities and perspectives

· Operate as a self-starter, owning stories from concept through execution

· Write, shoot, edit, and present content across platforms

· Communicate clearly with producers and newsroom managers on story direction and goals

· Experiment with creative, non-traditional storytelling approaches to better engage audiences

· Ensure all content meets editorial standards and journalistic integrity guidelines

· Contribute to digital and social coverage, including audience engagement

---Requirements & Skills:

What We’re Looking For:

· Bachelor’s degree in Broadcast Journalism or a related field

· At least three years of on-air reporting experience

· Strong photography and videography skills with a demonstrated ability to tell stories visually.

· A portfolio that showcases excellent shooting, editing and visual storytelling abilities.

· Excellent verbal and written communication skills

· Confident on-air presence with the ability to ad-lib when needed

· Self-starter who consistently generates original, multi-platform story ideas

· Passion for creative, innovative, non-traditional storytelling

· Ability to manage deadlines and multiple projects

· Valid driver’s license with a good driving record

· Flexibility to work various shifts, including mornings, nights, and weekends