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NewsNation Producer(Part-Time TEMP), Weekend Programming (Chicago or NYC)

Nexstar Media Group, Inc.

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Chicago, IL
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Job Description

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Job Overview:

NewsNation is looking for a Part-Time TEMP Producer to work on its weekly show with host Batya Ungar-Sargon. The producer plays a lead role in managing creation of the show's rundown and preproduces segments for the program.
Duties & Responsibilities:

  • Works with the Executive Producer and Anchor to drive editorial focus of show.
  • Creates the show's rundown and manages workflow
  • Pitches segments and story ideas
  • Research topics using the Internet, video archives, and other information sources
  • Selects strongest possible elements to help best tell stories
  • Prepares or edit questions for guest segments
  • Writes clear, compelling and strong editorial copy in host's voice
  • Works with talent on taped pieces and elements
  • Performs other tasks as assigned by news management

Requirements & Skills:

  • Five to ten years of experience in national or major-market news
  • BA/BS degree or equivalent degree in journalism or related field.
  • Strong writing and editorial 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 some holidays

Salary Range: $32.50 – $37.50

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.

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