WNCN-TV/CBS 17, the Nexstar station in Raleigh, is looking for a Digital Breaking News Responder. This is a unique position that requires a special skillset. The ideal candidate must be self-sufficient, proactive, and aggressive covering breaking news. The job requires the ability to listen to and respond to police scanners, as well as shoot, write, and edit content from the scene of breaking news in a manner that is clear, engaging and meaningful to news consumers. The Breaking News Responder will work closely with our weekend team to produce content for our linear and digital platforms, including CBS17.com and CBS 17 Plus. Bachelor’s degree in Broadcast Journalism, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience Excellent communication skills, both oral and written Minimum one year experience in local TV news Proactive in responding to breaking news across the Raleigh-Durham market Ability to gather urgent information on-scene from witnesses and law enforcement Ability to shoot, write and edit using various technology Ability to create digital content/web stories for digital platforms Ensures that all content meets company standards for journalistic integrity and production quality Interacts with viewers/users on social media sites Performs special projects and other duties as assigned Valid driver’s license with a good driving record Flexibility to work any shift #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. 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.