NewsNation - Segment Producer - NNL Weekend

Nexstar Media Group•Ny, NY

3d•Onsite

About The Position

NewsNation is seeking a Segment Producer for NNL Weekend. This role involves assisting in the control room during breaking news, pitching and researching stories, writing and producing segments, and preparing live newscasts. The producer will work closely with executive and senior producers to ensure compelling television and mentor other staff members.

Requirements

Flexibility to work different shifts
Experience producing for a national news program or producing newscasts in a top 10 market
Experience covering politics and government
Strong news judgement
Quick decision maker and creative thinker
Effective coach and mentor to staff of all experience levels
Collaborative team player who advocates for their show but find ways to elevate network reporting
Bachelor’s degree in journalism, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience
Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
Ability to adapt to change, meet deadlines, prioritize assignments, and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
Proficiency with ENPS

Responsibilities

Assist in the control room breaking news
Pitch stories and segment ideas regularly
Research topics using the Internet, video archives, and other information sources
Select strongest possible elements to help best tell stories
Write, organize, and produce scripts and elements for show and interview segments or packages
Assist in preparing and executing live, compelling television newscasts
Keep Executive Producer and Senior Producer apprised of developments of stories
Perform other duties as assigned by Executive Producer and Senior Producer or network leadership
Mentor other staff members