Purpose
NewsNation a national media outlet for all Americans. We think there’s an unmet need for news that isn’t tilted toward one ideology or another, walks away from two sides-ism to focus on multiple perspectives when examining the issues, and considers every community across all 50 states. We are dedicated to a truly all-platform experience: a national cable channel plus a vibrant digital presence.
We are seeking digital content producers who are savvy in collaborating to create digital-friendly journalism. This position will likely include weekends and is based in the newsroom, either in Chicago or New York.
Position Description
· Update NewsNation digital platforms (website, app, email, social) with breaking news and topical news of the day
· Craft compelling headlines, teases and social media posts that encourage followers to engage with our journalism
· Pitch stories daily and develop multiple ideas off a single news topic that pushes stories forward
· Create digital-first content and original reporting that accomplishes the NewsNation mission and differentiates our brand from our competitors
· Package content that encourages audience engagement to stay on the page longer or view more pages per visit
· Use data to inform content decisions
· Edit wire and local network-affiliated content for a national audience to ensure standards for journalistic integrity and production quality are met
· Clip broadcast segments for publishing across all digital platforms and social media channels
· Utilize SEO best practices
Salary Range: $60,000 - $75,000
Qualifications
· 3+ years working as a digital reporter or producer in a major market or national newsroom. Some roles may require more experience.
· Strong news judgement and ability to determine when local stories have national appeal
· Experience working with video and social media
· Excellent communicator, both oral and written
· Early morning, late night and/or weekend shifts may be required
· Bachelor’s degree in journalism, advertising or marketing or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience
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.
Top Skills
What We Do
Nexstar Media Group is the largest TV station operator in the country. With the reach of 171 full power television stations in 100 markets addressing nearly 38.9% of US television households, and a diversified, growing digital media operation, Nexstar Media Group offers superior audience engagement across all media devices and local broadcast television’s unrivalled influence on consumers’ purchasing and political decisions.
In 20 years, Nexstar has grown from a single station to the nation’s largest television company. This growth is fueled by an organization-wide commitment to delivering exceptional service to our communities and outstanding results for our advertisers.
From the very beginning, Nexstar has cultivated an organization-wide commitment to providing superior, unique local content that is relevant to each of the communities it serves, while offering local businesses, advertisers and brands the ability to engage and connect with local communities.
