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KLFY and KLFY.COM i s looking for a self-motivated individual to join the top-ranked on-air and digital news team in Lafayette, La. The ideal candidate will be willing to learn multiple positions including, studio production and digital production. The idea candidate will be willing to learn studio production, including director, floor directing and operation of teleprompter. This candidate will also be a part of the digital team and should have solid writing skills and learn how to use various platforms to enhance our digital presence.

+ Coordinates with production personnel to produce clean and engaging newscasts and programs.

+ Switches video sources and given direction at the same time during live broadcasts

+ Tests equipment to ensure proper operation

+ Report news quickly and accurately

+ Be able to craft original content that stands out from competition – including both daily assignments and ongoing investigations & topical coverage

+ Collaborate with local and regional staff to find angles that resonate in the community

+ Find ways to share reporting responsibilities across markets and topics as needed

+ Understand types of stories that drive traffic on the web

+ Shoot photos and video as needed to tell stories in multiple ways

+ Utilize SEO best practices in writing

+ Utilize social media for reporting and story promotion

+ Ensure all content meets company standards for journalistic integrity and production quality

Skill/Experience Requirements:

+ Fluency in English

+ Excellent communication skills, both oral and written

+ Experience in news operations and production.

+ Proficiency with computers, telephones, and other office equipment

+ Proficiency with broadcast control equipment

+ Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously

+ Some schedule flexibility (nights, weekends)

+ Regularly meets measurements of success

+ Proficiency in WordPress a plus

Education Requirements:

High School Diploma

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.