NewsNation Segment Producer, On Balance (New York or Washington )

Nexstar Media Group•Ny, NY

9d•Onsite

About The Position

NewsNation is looking for a Segment Producer to join the team for its nightly program On Balance w/ Leland Vittert. This role involves contributing story ideas, compiling elements, and crafting engaging live segments and packages based on a wide range of topics ranging from political news to domestic news to international news. The Segment Producer collaborates closely with the Executive Producer, Senior Producers, and Line Producer to ensure accurate and compelling broadcasts. The position is based at the network's offices in either New York or Washington, DC.

Requirements

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
Flexibility to work different shifts

Responsibilities

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.
Assist in the control room if needed
Perform other duties as assigned by Executive Producer and Senior Producer or network leadership.