Champaign-Springfield,IL
Nexstar Media Group,Inc.
DESCRIPTION
The News Producer produces daily newscast items, decides the order in which stories will be told, writes teases and other content, times news programs, edits video, and posts video to the website.
JOB EXPERIENCE
Additional Job Description:
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Produces newscasts for broadcast across all platforms
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Writes and orders news stories
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Approves scripts
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Balances news and feature content to create compelling broadcasts
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Edits video
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Writes stories for the website and other eMedia platforms
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Interacts with viewers and users on social media sites
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Performs other duties as assigned
REQUIREMENTS
Requirements & Skills:
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Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience
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Fluency in English
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Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
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Minimum two years’ experience in news operations (Depending on market size)
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Proficiency with computers, telephones, copiers, scanners, fax machines and other office equipment
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Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
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Flexibility to work any shift
ADDITIONAL INFO
Nexstar Media Group (NASDAQ: NXST) is a leading diversified media company that leverages localism to bring new services and value to consumers and advertisers through its traditional media, digital and mobile media platforms. Its wholly owned operating subsidiary, Nexstar Inc., consists of three divisions: Broadcasting, Digital, and Networks. The Broadcasting Division operates, programs, or provides sales and other services to 200 television stations and related digital multicast signals reaching 116 markets or approximately 68% of all U.S. television households (reflecting the FCC’s UHF discount). The division’s portfolio includes primary affiliates of NBC, CBS, ABC, FOX, MyNetworkTV and The CW. The Digital Division operates 122 local websites and 316 mobile apps offering hyper-local content and verticals for consumers and advertisers, allowing audiences to choose where, when and how they access content and creating new revenue opportunities for the company. The Networks Division operates WGN America, a growing national general entertainment cable network and the home of NewsNation, multicast network Antenna TV, and WGN Radio in Chicago. Nexstar also owns a 31.3% ownership stake in TV Food Network, a top tier cable asset. For more information, please visit http://www.nexstar.tv.
EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer
HOW TO APPLY
Apply online at: https://nexstar.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/nexstar