NewsNation Segment Producer Part-Time / Relief (New York, NY)

Nexstar Media Group, Inc. • New York, NY

15d • $35 - $45 • Onsite

About The Position

NewsNation is looking for a part-time segment producer position. The Segment Producer is responsible for contributing story ideas, compiling elements, and crafting stories and segments on a variety of topics ranging from domestic to international news. The Segment Producer works with the Executive Producer, Senior Producer, Line Producer to help accurately and truthfully relay stories and make them part of engaging and insightful broadcasts. The producer works various hours on assigned programs as needed. The position is hourly and is based at the network's studios in New York.

Requirements

• Five or more years’ experience in national or major-market news
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent degree in journalism or related field.
• Must exhibit strong news judgment and editorial sensibilities
• Strong Broadcast Newswriting Skills Are Required
• Must be able to create dynamic graphic and video elements
• Must be self-directing, self-motivating and able to work will with a diverse group of people
• Must interact well with on-air talent, news managers, videographers, production, digital and engineering staff
• Should be able to handle stress, including short deadlines
• Should be able to 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

• Research topics using the Internet, video archives, and other information sources
• Select strongest possible elements to help best tell stories
• Write clear, compelling and strong editorial copy
• 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

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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level