NewsNation DC Bureau/Field Producer (Washington, DC)

Nexstar Media Group, Inc.•Washington, DC

6d•$75,000 - $85,000•Onsite

About The Position

Duties and Responsibilities: Be able to conduct accurate, timely, and well-sourced research Be able to come up with timely, and unique story and guest ideas Be able to fully report stories emanating from briefings, new conferences, events, and statements Demonstrated ability to tailor reporting and storytelling to help explain complex topics to audiences on broadcast and digital platforms Demonstrated ability to organize field shoots, interviews, and live shots managing planning and logistics for the field team Be able to gather elements from affiliates, agencies, social media, etc. Be able to help build out live hits, segments, and packages including well-written broadcast scripts Be an effective conduit between the field team, the show team, and the assignment desk clearly communicating needs and expectations Be proactive about solving problems efficiently and effectively Cultivate sources which help cover up to the minute developments and break news from both houses of Congress Assist bureau management in daily and long-term scheduling of personnel and editorial planning Requirements & Skills: Bachelor's degree in Communication/Journalism or related degree required At least five years broadcast or digital production experience Background in reporting, research and writing Must be willing to work overtime, nights, holidays, and weekends, often with short notice Must be willing to work in Washington, DC but travel as needed domestically and international Understand importance of social media and social newsgathering Promotes teamwork and maintains attitude of cooperation with all network personnel Operate newsroom computer systems Salary Range: $75,000 - $85,000 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.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Communication/Journalism or related degree required
At least five years broadcast or digital production experience
Background in reporting, research and writing
Must be willing to work overtime, nights, holidays, and weekends, often with short notice
Must be willing to work in Washington, DC but travel as needed domestically and international
Understand importance of social media and social newsgathering
Promotes teamwork and maintains attitude of cooperation with all network personnel
Operate newsroom computer systems

Responsibilities

Be able to conduct accurate, timely, and well-sourced research
Be able to come up with timely, and unique story and guest ideas
Be able to fully report stories emanating from briefings, new conferences, events, and statements
Demonstrated ability to tailor reporting and storytelling to help explain complex topics to audiences on broadcast and digital platforms
Demonstrated ability to organize field shoots, interviews, and live shots managing planning and logistics for the field team
Be able to gather elements from affiliates, agencies, social media, etc.
Be able to help build out live hits, segments, and packages including well-written broadcast scripts
Be an effective conduit between the field team, the show team, and the assignment desk clearly communicating needs and expectations
Be proactive about solving problems efficiently and effectively
Cultivate sources which help cover up to the minute developments and break news from both houses of Congress
Assist bureau management in daily and long-term scheduling of personnel and editorial planning