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

Nexstar Media Group, Inc. • Washington, DC

43d • $100,000 - $130,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The NewsNation Senior Segment Producer for On Balance is responsible for pitching well-conceived segment ideas, compiling elements, and crafting stories and segments on a variety of topics ranging from domestic to international news from news of day to breaking news. The Senior Segment Producer also works with the Executive Producer, Senior Producer, Line Producer to elevate the editorial quality and creativity of segments by supporting other segment producers and by copy editing scripts. This position is based in either Washington or New York.

Requirements

• Five to ten years of experience in national or major-market news
• BA/BS degree or equivalent degree in journalism or related field.
• Strong writing and editorial skills required.
• Ability to create dynamic graphic and video elements
• Must be self-directing, self-motivating and able to work will with a diverse group of people
• Interact well with on-air talent, news managers, videographers, production, digital and engineering staff
• Detail-oriented
• Excellent verbal, written, grammar and analytical skills
• Exhibit strong news judgment
• Handle stress, including short deadlines
• 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 in anchor's voice
• Assist in preparing and executing live, compelling television newscasts.
• Keep Executive Producer and Senior Producer apprised of developments of stories
• Support segment producers in crafting and writing
• Copy edit scripts to ensure accuracy, journalistic integrity, and that stories meet the show's style
• Support in the control room as needed
• Perform other tasks as assigned by news management

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: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees