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WPRI 12 in East Providence, RI, is looking for a talented Multimedia Journalist to cover sports and news content for broadcast, web, social media, and our digital tv app.

This full-time position is perfect for someone who can excel in this digital age of journalism. The successful candidate will have extensive New England sports knowledge, the ability to shoot and feed video, report, write in a manner that is clear and engaging, edit and produce content for multiple screens. The MMJ should also have creative ideas and experience in video podcast style coverage, as well as a strong web and social presence.

Requirements and Skills:

Solid sports knowledge, photojournalist and editing skills, a strong on-air presence, engaging live shots, conversational and accurate writing, and attention to detail. Candidate must have a valid driver’s license with a safe driving record and the flexibility to work any shift, often in a high stress, deadline-oriented environment.

A degree in Broadcast Journalism, or a related multimedia field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience

Fluency in English

Prior on-camera professional experience

Physical Demands & Work Environment:

As a multimedia journalist you must be able to work outdoors in all weather conditions and work indoors in environmentally controlled conditions. You must be able to lift and operate camera equipment weighing up to 35 pounds, conduct telephone conversations, use electronic mail, write letters and memos, conduct face to face discussions with individuals or groups, make decision with and without supervision, make decisions that impact the results of co-workers, and work in a fast-paced environment in close proximity to others.

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.