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NewsNation is looking for an associate producer to join our producing team for the daily program anchored by Chief Washington Anchor Leland Vittert. The Associate Producer is responsible for contributing ideas, writing stories and segments, compiling elements to support those stories, and organizing them within an energetic and memorable broadcast. We are looking for a detail-oriented creative who is dedicated to knowing news stories from the inside out with a unique eye and ability to highlight fresh and innovative angles and perspective. The position is based at the network's offices in New York.
Duties & Responsibilities
Conduct research and pitch stories
Gather editorial elements including video, audio and user-generated content
Build and copy edit graphics and banners
Write scripts
Perform other duties as assigned by Executive Producer or Senior Producer
Requirements & Skills
Two or more years of experience in national or major-market news
BA/BS degree or equivalent degree in journalism or related field
Strong Writing Skills Required
Ability to create dynamic graphic and video elements
Must be self-directing, self-motivating and able to work will with a diverse group of people.
Interact well with on-air talent, news managers, videographers, production, digital and engineering staff
Detail-oriented excellent verbal, written, grammar and analytical skills
Exhibit strong news judgment
Handle stress, including short deadlines
Work at a computer for extended periods of time
Must be able to work assigned shifts and be on call during overnights, mornings and weekends/holidays
Perform other tasks as assigned by news management.
Salary Range: $50,000 - $66,300 (commensurate with experience)
Benefits: Our comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees includes, but not limited to, medical (with multiple plan options), dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, a 401(k) with company matching contributions, Paid Parental leave, life insurance and more. Part-time employees are eligible for 401(k) and any local/state leave plans. Union positions are subject to the benefits outlined in their Collective Bargaining Agreement.
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.
If you have questions about this posting, please contact support@lensa.com
NewsNation is looking for an associate producer to join our producing team for the daily program anchored by Chief Washington Anchor Leland Vittert. The Associate Producer is responsible for contributing ideas, writing stories and segments, compiling elements to support those stories, and organizing them within an energetic and memorable broadcast. We are looking for a detail-oriented creative who is dedicated to knowing news stories from the inside out with a unique eye and ability to highlight fresh and innovative angles and perspective. The position is based at the network's offices in New York.
Duties & Responsibilities
Conduct research and pitch stories
Gather editorial elements including video, audio and user-generated content
Build and copy edit graphics and banners
Write scripts
Perform other duties as assigned by Executive Producer or Senior Producer
Requirements & Skills
Two or more years of experience in national or major-market news
BA/BS degree or equivalent degree in journalism or related field
Strong Writing Skills Required
Ability to create dynamic graphic and video elements
Must be self-directing, self-motivating and able to work will with a diverse group of people.
Interact well with on-air talent, news managers, videographers, production, digital and engineering staff
Detail-oriented excellent verbal, written, grammar and analytical skills
Exhibit strong news judgment
Handle stress, including short deadlines
Work at a computer for extended periods of time
Must be able to work assigned shifts and be on call during overnights, mornings and weekends/holidays
Perform other tasks as assigned by news management.
Salary Range: $50,000 - $66,300 (commensurate with experience)
Benefits: Our comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees includes, but not limited to, medical (with multiple plan options), dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, a 401(k) with company matching contributions, Paid Parental leave, life insurance and more. Part-time employees are eligible for 401(k) and any local/state leave plans. Union positions are subject to the benefits outlined in their Collective Bargaining Agreement.
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.
If you have questions about this posting, please contact support@lensa.com
Salary : $50,000 - $66,300