Social Media and Video Producer, Chicago or New York

Nexstar Media Group, Inc. • Chicago, IL

2d • $60,000 - $65,000 • Onsite

About The Position

NewsNation is America’s fastest-growing news network. We believe in fact-based, unbiased news for all Americans. If you do too, join the movement! We’re seeking a social media and video producer who is passionate about the news and looking to tell stories that resonate with audiences in the rapidly-evolving world of digital media. Position Description Create content across all formats, from the written word to images to videos Post to and manage social media accounts reaching millions of users, from TikTok to Facebook Pitch, develop and produce original content Develop multimedia storytelling in collaboration with editors, writers and reporters Use data to evaluate tactics and suggest improvements to overall strategy Use social media metrics and tools to identify trending and emerging stories Keep up to date on the latest trends in social media and share with the larger team Train staff members on social media best practices, use of social tools and other tactics

Requirements

• Experience creating social media and/or video content for large brands or news media outlets
• Strong writing skills and ability to maintain a consistent brand voice
• Good editorial judgement in content selection and adaptation based on the platform
• Ability to quickly edit video and photos in high-pressure situations
• Knowledge of data and analytics and demonstrated ability to use that data to make decisions
• Good communicator who can work collaboratively

Nice To Haves

• Experience using Adobe Suite, including Premier and Photoshop, preferred
• Journalism or news background preferred but not required
• Experience producing for or directing on-camera talent a plus

Responsibilities

• Create content across all formats, from the written word to images to videos
• Post to and manage social media accounts reaching millions of users, from TikTok to Facebook
• Pitch, develop and produce original content
• Develop multimedia storytelling in collaboration with editors, writers and reporters
• Use data to evaluate tactics and suggest improvements to overall strategy
• Use social media metrics and tools to identify trending and emerging stories
• Keep up to date on the latest trends in social media and share with the larger team
• Train staff members on social media best practices, use of social tools and other tactics

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: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees