NewsNation - Associate Producer - The Hill Sunday (New York or Washington D.C.)

Nexstar Media Group, Inc.•Washington, DC

3d•$60,000 - $70,000•Onsite

About The Position

NewsNation is seeking a hardworking, creative, and proactive Associate Producer to work on a daily show, The Hill Sunday. The Associate Producer will contribute story ideas, write stories and segments, compile supporting elements, and organize content in an energetic and memorable way for the broadcasts. This position is based at the network's offices in Washington, DC or New York, NY.

Requirements

Three to five years' experience in national or major-market television 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

Responsibilities

Pitches story ideas
Research production topics using the Internet, video archives, and other information sources
Gathers elements: video, stills, user generated content
Makes graphics requests when needed
Helps with our digital and social media accounts
Writes editorial copy
Assist in preparing and executing live correspondent hits or guest segments
Fill-in as newscast line producer when assigned
Perform other tasks as assigned by show leaders or news management