• Capitol Bureau Chief

    Nexstar Media Group (Champaign, IL)


    Nexstar Media seeks a driven, dynamic and enterprising Multi-Media Journalist (MMJ) to join our Illinois Capitol Bureau, based in Springfield, IL. The bureau is within walking distance of the capitol building, offering exclusive access to lawmakers to covering statewide issues. This one-of-a-kind opportunity allows you to be at the center of the action, reporting on critical legislative debates and decisions that impact the lives of Illinoisians. Our Capitol Bureau serves audiences across the state of Illinois. If you have a passion for political journalism, an eye for impactful storytelling and thrive in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment, we encourage you to apply.

    Key Responsibilities

    + Lead reporter overseeing management of team including the capitol MMJ and photojournalist

    + Heads up daily story assignments for capitol team and manages day to day operations for content coming out of the bureau for other stations in the region

    + Produce, report, shoot, write, voice, edit and deliver news content for broadcast, digital, and social platforms.

    + Cover legislative sessions, breaking new, and other political events within the Illinois Statehouse.

    + Establish and maintain relationships with political stakeholders.

    + Pitch and develop impactful, character-driven issue stories for broadcast and digital audiences.

    + Arrange and conduct interviews with key stakeholders, legislators and subject-matter experts.

    + Report live from the bureau using TVU backpack mobile technology.

    + Work collaboratively with producers, editors and other newsroom staff to prioritize content and meet deadlines.

    + Write engaging web content, create social media posts and interact with viewers across digital platforms.

    + Ensure all reporting meets Nexstar’s high standards of journalistic integrity, fairness and production quality.

     

    What We're Looking For

     

    + Education & Experience: Bachelor’s degree in Broadcast Journalism or related field, or equivalent experience; Minimum of 2 year’s experience in political reporting preferred.

    + Storytelling: Proven experience creating compelling, in-depth character-driven political stories.

    + On-Air Presence: Strong on-camera delivery, ability to ad-lib and capacity to remain calm under pressure.

    + Technical Proficiency: Proficient with cameras, editing software and content management systems.

    + Digital Fluency: Experience producing web content, social media posts and engaging online audiences.

    + Interpersonal Skills: Strong communicator with excellent written and oral communication skills.

    + Time Management: Ability to manage multiple assignments simultaneously, prioritize effectively and meet deadlines.

    + Valid driver’s license

    + The pay range for this position is: $45,000.00-$50,000.00

    Physical Requirements

    + Must be able to sit, stand, and conduct phone conversations.

    + Ability to lift, set up, and operate equipment weighing up to 25 pounds.

    + Must be able to work in both indoor and outdoor environments, regardless of weather conditions.

    + Repetitive movements (typing, handling equipment) are required, and work may be conducted in varying lighting conditions.

     

    Click here to see our benefit package: Nexstar 2025 Benefits at a Glance.pdf (https://nexstartv-my.sharepoint.com/:b:/g/personal/avickery\_nexstar\_tv/Ed7HFLBFQX5BiQZQyru9ZisBDMcXqHNQsPoscx\_Ejt6ATQ?e=5LuKnh)

     

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    Nexstar Media Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: NXST) is a leading diversified media company that produces and distributes engaging local and national news, sports and entertainment content across its television and digital platforms, including more than 310,000 hours of programming produced annually by its business units. Nexstar owns America’s largest local television broadcasting group comprised of top network affiliates, with 200 owned or partner stations in 116 U.S. markets reaching 220 million people. Nexstar’s national television properties include The CW, America’s fifth major broadcast network, NewsNation, our national news network providing “News for All America,” popular entertainment multicast networks Antenna TV and Rewind TV, and a 31.3% ownership stake in TV Food Network. The Company’s portfolio of digital assets, including its local TV station websites, The Hill and NewsNationNow.com, are collectively a Top 10 U.S. digital news and information property. For more information, please visit nexstar.tv.

     

    EEO Statement: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.