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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.
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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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A snapshot from current openings nationwide, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Nexstar Media Group109
- The New York Times14
- Dow Jones12
- Fox News Network8
- Bloomberg7
Top Industries Hiring
- Technology & Software148
- Media & Entertainment77
- Education46
- Investment & Asset Management8
- Banking & Financial Services7
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in journalist jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in journalism, communications, or a related field
- Demonstrated portfolio of published clips across relevant beats
- Proficiency with content management systems such as WordPress or Arc
- Experience with AP Style and deadline-driven newsroom workflows
- Ability to conduct on-record interviews and verify facts independently
- Familiarity with data tools, social media analytics, or multimedia production
Tips for Your Journalist Job Search
Build a beat-specific clip portfolio
Editors hiring for politics, science, or business beats want clips in that subject, not a general mix. Curate two or three tight collections by topic so you can send the right samples to each specific opening without scrambling.
Quantify reach on your resume
Replace vague credits like 'wrote for local paper' with concrete output: article count per month, audience size if public, or awards. Editors scan dozens of resumes and respond to evidence of volume and impact over soft descriptors.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists journalist openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target mastheads, not just job boards
Many staff openings at regional papers and digital outlets are posted on their own careers pages days before aggregators pick them up. Check the mastheads of ten publications in your beat weekly and apply before the competition builds.
Prepare a story pitch for the interview
Most journalist interviews include a live or take-home pitch exercise. Walk in with three original story ideas relevant to that outlet's audience so you demonstrate editorial judgment, not just technical skill, from the first conversation.
Negotiate your byline and beat clarity upfront
Before accepting an offer, confirm in writing which beats you own, whether you share bylines on collaborative pieces, and what the publication policy is on outside freelance work. These details are much harder to renegotiate after you start.
Journalist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most journalists?
The companies hiring the most journalists right now include Nexstar Media Group, The New York Times, and Dow Jones, with the largest share of openings in New York, Texas, and California, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Openings are spread across digital-native outlets, regional newspapers, broadcast networks, and nonprofit newsrooms.
How many journalist jobs are remote?
About 17% of journalist openings are fully remote or hybrid as of June 2026, with availability varying significantly by role type. Digital editorial positions, newsletter writers, and data journalists tend to have the highest share of remote-friendly postings, while broadcast and local beat reporters are more likely to require an on-site presence.
How do you become a journalist?
Start by earning a degree in journalism or a related field, then build a clip portfolio through student publications, campus radio, or freelance pitching to local outlets. Develop a defined beat so editors know what you cover. Internships at newspapers, magazines, or digital outlets convert into staff roles more reliably than cold applications, so prioritize programs that offer real bylines and editing feedback.
How do you get hired as a journalist with little experience?
Editors at smaller regional outlets, nonprofit newsrooms, and hyperlocal digital publications routinely hire reporters with limited professional experience if the clips demonstrate curiosity and clean writing. Pitch short, specific stories to free weeklies or community news sites to build bylines fast. A focused beat, a handful of strong clips, and a cover letter that names a concrete story idea for that outlet will outperform a broad application every time.
What does the journalist interview process look like?
Most journalist hiring processes begin with a resume and clips review, followed by a phone or video screen with an editor. Strong candidates move to an editorial exercise, which may be a timed writing test, a take-home pitch assignment, or a mock interview simulation. A final round typically involves meeting the broader team and discussing beat coverage priorities, publication voice, and workflow expectations before an offer is extended.
Where can I find and apply to journalist jobs?
You can find and apply to journalist jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Find roles that match your beat, experience level, and preferred format, then apply directly to each listing. No detours to separate employer sites.
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