KDAF/CW33 a Nexstar Media Inc. station seeks an experienced Sports Multimedia Journalist to join our Always Fun team. The Dallas/Fort Worth market is home to numerous sports franchises like the Texas Rangers, Dallas Cowboys, Dallas Mavericks, Dallas Stars, NASCAR, ACC, and more. KDAF CW33 is the flagship station of a broadcast network for a selection of Texas Rangers broadcast games in 2025.
The ideal candidate should have strong sports photography skills and the ability to find and tell compelling stories. This candidate will primarily focus on daily digital content, with broadcast being secondary.
Duties & Responsibilities:
Produce regular Rangers update for digital and broadcast delivery
Produce daily digital first content focused on DFW area sports
Arrange and conduct interviews, shoot video, edit packages and VO/SOTs
Utilize solid sports knowledge to research topics, vet tips for credibility and relevance, gather information for broadcast and digital publication
Write stories with accuracy, style, proper grammar, and correct punctuation, following editorial direction and guidelines
Promote teamwork, bring a positive attitude and collaborate with station personnel
Interact professionally with viewers/users on social media platforms to build engagement and brand, while building a network
Perform special projects and other duties as assigned, including attendance at public events and community service initiatives
Requirements & Skills:
Bachelor’s Degree in Broadcast Journalism, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience
Fluency in English
Social media expertise
Excellent oral and written communication skills, with the ability to ad lib when required
Minimum of two years’ experience shooting sports video and on-air reporting
Engaging and dynamic on-air presence
Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and manage multiple tasks simultaneously
Knowledge of current newsgathering technology, including video cameras, editing equipment and newsroom computer systems
Valid driver’s license with a safe driving record
Flexibility to work a variety of shifts, including nights and weekends, as sports content needs dictate
Our investment in you:
Health benefits including medical, dental and vision with a variety of coverage options such as Telehealth and other employee assistance programs
Paid vacation and sick time policies
Parental benefits
A 401k Plan
Nexstar is committed to attracting, developing, and retaining the industry’s top talent. In compliance with the provisions of all applicable state and federal civil rights laws, every effort will be made to employ the most qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, disability, age, sex, national origin, citizenship, veteran’s status, sexual orientation, military status or any other protected personal characteristic. Additionally, it is and shall continue to be our policy to provide promotion and advancement opportunities within the Company in a nondiscriminatory fashion based on merit, qualifications, and ability.