NewsNation Editor, Part-Time

Nexstar Media Group, Inc. • Chicago, IL

23h • Onsite

About The Position

NewsNation, a national news cable network owned and operated by Nexstar Media Group, is seeking a part-time editor for its national newscasts. The network reaches 75 million television households across the United States. This position is based in the Chicago studios and involves a variety of editing assignments, from quick voice overs and news packages to long-form documentary style pieces, all while maintaining sound news judgment. The editor will also be responsible for special projects and other assigned duties.

Requirements

• Five plus (5+) years’ editing experience in fast-paced live television environment required
• Must be proficient in Adobe Premiere
• Must work well in a collaborative team environment, be able to multitask
• A problem solver and quick thinker to resolve existing issues and to find work arounds
• Working knowledge of common business software applications, particularly Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook
• Must be self-sufficient and have a “press-on-regardless” attitude
• All day parts (mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays) may be a part of the schedule with overtime as situations demand
• This is an IBEW union position and union membership is required

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications or related field preferred

Responsibilities

• Editing assignments will range from quick voice overs, news packages, long form documentary style pieces, maintaining sound news judgment
• Performs special projects and other duties as assigned

Benefits

• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees