Video and Social Media Producer, Chicago or New York

Nexstar Media Group, Inc. • Chicago, IL

1d • $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 video and social media 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 · Pitch, develop and produce video content ranging from vertical videos to podcasts · Manage NewsNation's YouTube channel and social channels, reaching millions of followers from TikTok to Facebook · Develop multimedia storytelling in collaboration with editors, writers and reporters · Use emerging technologies to produce content and engage with audiences · Keep up to date on the latest trends and emerging stories to share with the larger team · Train staff members on social media best practices, use of social tools and other tactics

Requirements

• Experience creating video and social content for large brands or news media outlets
• Expertise in managing video content on YouTube, including thumbnail and title best practices preferred
• 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
• Experience using Adobe Suite, including Premier and Photoshop, preferred
• Journalism or news background preferred but not required

Nice To Haves

• Experience producing for or directing on-camera talent a plus

Responsibilities

• Pitch, develop and produce video content ranging from vertical videos to podcasts
• Manage NewsNation's YouTube channel and social channels, reaching millions of followers from TikTok to Facebook
• Develop multimedia storytelling in collaboration with editors, writers and reporters
• Use emerging technologies to produce content and engage with audiences
• Keep up to date on the latest trends and emerging stories to 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: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees