Producer, News (part-time)

Nexstar Media Group, Inc. • New Haven, CT

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About The Position

The part-time News Producer produces daily newscast items, decides the order in which stories will be told, writes stories and teases, and times news programs. The role produces newscasts for broadcast across all platforms, writes and orders news stories, approves scripts, balances news and feature content to create compelling broadcasts, makes graphics for newscasts, and contributes to editorial meetings to assign content. Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Journalism or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience.
• Fluency in English.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Minimum of two years’ experience in news operations.
• Proficiency with computers, telephones, copiers, scanners, fax machines, and other office equipment.
• Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments, and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Flexibility to work any shift.

Responsibilities

• Produce newscasts for broadcast across all platforms.
• Write and order news stories.
• Approve scripts.
• Balance news and feature content to create compelling broadcasts.
• Make graphics for newscasts.
• Contribute to editorial meetings to assign content.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time