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Journalist roles at U.S. news organizations, digital media outlets, and broadcast networks can qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship through the PERM labor certification process. Employers file on your behalf, documenting that no qualified U.S. worker is available for the role. Sponsorship leads to permanent residency, not a temporary work permit.
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Get Access To All JobsImagine your future in Columbus, Ohio! Join our team at WCMH/NBC4 where our audience knows we’re local for you. Work, play, and enjoy life in the nation’s 15th largest city, market #34, home of the Ohio state capitol and Ohio State University.
WCMH/NBC4 is looking for a Multimedia Journalist/Anchor to anchor Saturday evening newscasts and report from the field four days a week. The ideal candidate is a news leader who’s as comfortable telling stories from the field as they are from the anchor desk and can do so on all platforms.
This is not an entry level position. All candidates must include a link to examples of their professional, on-camera performance to be considered.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Reports news stories for all platforms, describing the background and details of events
- Arranges interviews with people who can provide information
- Reviews copy and corrects errors in content, grammar and punctuation, following prescribed editorial style and formatting guidelines
- Reviews and evaluates notes taken about events to identify pertinent facts and details
- Determines a story’s emphasis and organizes material accordingly
- Researches and analyzes background information related 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 video
- Produces and presents reports for all platforms
- Ensures that all content meets company standards for journalistic integrity and production quality
- Writes stories for the station website and other platforms
- Interacts with viewers/users on social media sites
- Performs special projects and other duties as assigned
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- 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 live on-air presence
- Proficiency with computers, mobile phones, copiers, scanners, 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, including early mornings, late evenings, weekends and holidays
This is not an entry level position. All candidates must include a link to examples of their professional, on-camera performance to be considered.
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SCAM ALERT:
Please be aware candidates may be at risk of being targeted by scammers seeking personal data or money. Recruiters with Nexstar Media Group and its local stations will only contact you through official job boards, LinkedIn, or email with Nexstar.tv domain or official station email addresses (example:@wreg.com). Be cautious of any outreach claiming to be from Nexstar or its recruiters via any other messaging platforms or personal email addresses. We will not contact you using a @gmail email address. If you are unsure about the authenticity of a job inquiry or offer, email us at corporaterecruiters@nexstar.tv.
Imagine your future in Columbus, Ohio! Join our team at WCMH/NBC4 where our audience knows we’re local for you. Work, play, and enjoy life in the nation’s 15th largest city, market #34, home of the Ohio state capitol and Ohio State University.
WCMH/NBC4 is looking for a Multimedia Journalist/Anchor to anchor Saturday evening newscasts and report from the field four days a week. The ideal candidate is a news leader who’s as comfortable telling stories from the field as they are from the anchor desk and can do so on all platforms.
This is not an entry level position. All candidates must include a link to examples of their professional, on-camera performance to be considered.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Reports news stories for all platforms, describing the background and details of events
- Arranges interviews with people who can provide information
- Reviews copy and corrects errors in content, grammar and punctuation, following prescribed editorial style and formatting guidelines
- Reviews and evaluates notes taken about events to identify pertinent facts and details
- Determines a story’s emphasis and organizes material accordingly
- Researches and analyzes background information related 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 video
- Produces and presents reports for all platforms
- Ensures that all content meets company standards for journalistic integrity and production quality
- Writes stories for the station website and other platforms
- Interacts with viewers/users on social media sites
- Performs special projects and other duties as assigned
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- 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 live on-air presence
- Proficiency with computers, mobile phones, copiers, scanners, 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, including early mornings, late evenings, weekends and holidays
This is not an entry level position. All candidates must include a link to examples of their professional, on-camera performance to be considered.
LI-Onsite
SCAM ALERT:
Please be aware candidates may be at risk of being targeted by scammers seeking personal data or money. Recruiters with Nexstar Media Group and its local stations will only contact you through official job boards, LinkedIn, or email with Nexstar.tv domain or official station email addresses (example:@wreg.com). Be cautious of any outreach claiming to be from Nexstar or its recruiters via any other messaging platforms or personal email addresses. We will not contact you using a @gmail email address. If you are unsure about the authenticity of a job inquiry or offer, email us at corporaterecruiters@nexstar.tv.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Journalist
Document your journalism credentials thoroughly
Gather byline portfolios, staff contracts, editor letters, and press credentials before applying. PERM requires your employer to demonstrate your qualifications match the job description exactly, so gaps between your resume and the role can stall certification.
Target newsrooms with active PERM filing history
Use Migrate Mate to filter journalism employers by green card sponsorship activity, so you're applying to organizations that have already navigated PERM for editorial roles rather than pitching the concept from scratch.
Distinguish EB-2 eligibility from standard staff roles
Investigative or specialized beat journalists with a master's degree or substantial published work may qualify under EB-2 as advanced-degree professionals. Verify this with your prospective employer before the PERM job description is drafted.
Ask about the supervised recruitment timeline upfront
PERM requires employers to run DOL-supervised recruitment and document that no qualified U.S. applicant was available. This process typically takes six to twelve months before I-140 filing, so confirm your employer is prepared for that lead time.
Check the prevailing wage before negotiating your offer
Use the OFLC Wage Search to find the DOL prevailing wage for your specific journalism SOC code and work location. Your offered salary must meet or exceed this figure, or PERM certification will be denied regardless of employer intent.
Verify your role maps to the correct O*NET occupation
Journalism spans several O*NET categories including reporters, editors, and multimedia journalists. The classification your employer selects affects which DOL wage level applies and whether EB-2 or EB-3 is the appropriate petition category for your position.
Green Card Journalist: Frequently Asked Questions
Can a journalist role qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Yes. Journalism roles typically qualify under EB-3 as skilled workers or professionals when a bachelor's degree in journalism, communications, or a related field is required. Roles demanding a master's degree or equivalent specialized expertise, such as senior investigative or foreign correspondence positions, may qualify under EB-2 as advanced-degree professionals. The specific tier depends on how your employer drafts the PERM job description.
How does the green card process differ from H-1B sponsorship for journalists?
The green card route through PERM is permanent, not temporary. Unlike the H-1B visa, there is no annual lottery at the EB-3 level for most nationalities, meaning your petition isn't subject to random selection. The tradeoff is time: PERM labor certification, I-140 filing, and adjustment of status together can take two to four years or more depending on your country of birth and USCIS processing volumes.
Which types of media employers have sponsored journalists for green cards?
National newspapers, digital news organizations, broadcast networks, wire services, and academic or nonprofit publishers have all sponsored editorial staff through PERM. Smaller local outlets are less common sponsors because DOL's supervised recruitment requirement is administratively demanding. Newsrooms with in-house or retained immigration counsel are generally better positioned to manage the process. Use Migrate Mate to identify employers with documented sponsorship activity in journalism and media roles.
Does my journalism work done outside the U.S. count toward PERM qualification?
Yes, foreign work experience and published output count toward your qualifications under PERM, provided your employer documents them in the labor certification application. Foreign bylines, staff contracts, and editor references can establish that you meet the job's stated requirements. USCIS also recognizes foreign degrees for EB-2 advanced-degree petitions, though a credential evaluation may be required to confirm equivalency to a U.S. degree.
What happens to my green card petition if I change employers during the process?
If you change employers before your I-140 is approved, the PERM application is generally abandoned and your new employer must restart the process. After I-140 approval and 180 days of waiting, portability rules under AC21 may allow you to transfer the petition to a new employer in a same or similar journalism role without losing your priority date. Confirm the specifics with a qualified immigration professional before accepting a new offer.