Writer

Nexstar Media Group • Ny, NY

2d • Onsite

About The Position

WPIX 11 has an immediate opening for a full-time Writer for PIX11 news broadcasts. The position is based in New York, NY. Responsibilities include writing stories for various television newscasts, desk-top editing of video for the stories you write and working to coordinate lives shots from reporters and photographers in the field under deadline pressure. In addition to writing, the writer will contribute creative ideas for broadcasts and other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• At least 3 years of experience as a writer or producer of television news broadcasts
• College degree in Journalism or Mass Communications, or significant related experience
• Facility with language and a writing style that is designed to be off-the-cuff and fun, yet authoritative and credible
• Strong writing skills
• Strong video skills
• Strong news judgment
• Strong internet skills
• Ability to work well under pressure
• Ability to work well with others

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of ENPS systems

Responsibilities

• Writing stories for various television newscasts
• Desk-top editing of video for the stories you write
• Coordinating live shots from reporters and photographers in the field under deadline pressure
• Contributing creative ideas for broadcasts
• Other duties as assigned

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree