• Full Time
  • Anywhere

New York,NY

Nexstar Media Group,Inc.

DESCRIPTION

Nexstar Media Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: NXST) is a leading diversified media company that produces and distributes engaging local and national news, sports and entertainment content, including 283,000 hours of original video content each year. Nexstar owns America’s largest local broadcasting group comprised of top network affiliates, with 200 owned or partner stations in 116 U.S. markets reaching 212 million people. Nexstar’s television assets also include NewsNation, America’s fastest-growing national news and entertainment cable network reaching 75 million television homes, popular entertainment multicast networks Antenna TV and Rewind TV, and a 31.3% ownership stake in TV Food Network. The Company’s portfolio of digital assets, including The Hill and BestReviews, are collectively a Top 10 U.S. digital news and information property with over 120 million monthly unique users as of December 31, 2021. In addition to delivering exceptional content and service to our communities, Nexstar provides premium multiplatform advertising opportunities at scale for businesses and brands seeking to leverage the strong consumer engagement of our compelling content offering. For more information, please visit http://www.nexstar.tv

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JOB EXPERIENCE

PIX11 AM News has an exciting new opening for a Senior News Producer

 

This is a Monday-Friday overnight position.  

The ideal candidate is a seasoned veteran of broadcast television – specifically local news.  

Past experience in special projects and leadership is a plus. 

 

The Senior News Producer will work with the Assistant News Director and other managers to re-imagine an existing PIX11 newscast with a unique approach, setting it apart from the competition. This role will require big ideas and bold storytelling methods. The Senior News Producer will be expected to fully utilize PIX11’s state-of-the-art studio in the production of daily newscasts and special events.  

 

PIX11 News is located in the heart of Midtown, in the historic News Building on 42nd Street.

 

Come be a part of the hardest-working local news team in the nation’s biggest media market! 


    REQUIREMENTS

    Duties

    • Decide daily news coverage in coordination with the team.
    • Copy edit all newscasts
    • Assist line producers by making editorial and production decisions
    • Produce newscasts when necessary 
    • Edit/create and request graphic and video elements to supplement news coverage 
    • Craft a dynamic newscast full of memorable moments and stylized production  
    • Ensure balance in news coverage 
    • Work with Creative Services on newscast promotion 
    • Performs other duties as assigned 

    Requirements & Skills

    • Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience 
    • Excellent communication skills, both oral and written 
    • Minimum 3-5 years’ experience in news operations (Depending on market size) 
    • Knowledge of NYC media market preferred, but not required 
    • Prior experience producing special projects and events preferred, but not required 
    • Proficiency with electronic news gathering systems such as ENPS, BitCentral, Latakoo, AP Newsroom and Daybook 
    • Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously 
    • Flexibility to work any shift – including overnights, evenings, weekends and holidays 

    ADDITIONAL INFO


    HOW TO APPLY

    Apply online at: https://nexstar.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/nexstar

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