Purpose
NewsNation is America’s fastest-growing news network. We believe in fact-based, unbiased news for all America. 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
- Producing and/or editing video content for YouTube and other digital platforms
- Post to and manage social media accounts reaching millions of users, from Facebook to TikTok
- Pitch, develop and produce original content for video-focused platforms
- Highlight and utilize broadcast video content for digital and social platforms
- Work collaboratively with editors, writers and reporters to adapt stories to video platforms
- Use data to evaluate storytelling tactics and suggest improvements to overall strategy
- Keep up to date on the latest trends in digital and social video production and share with the larger team
- Salary Range: $60,000 - $75,000
Qualifications
- Experience creating videos and/or social media content for large brands or news media outlets
- 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 background preferred but not required
- Experience producing for or directing on-camera talent a plus
- Long-form video and podcast producing a plus
This position is in-office in our Chicago or New York locations. Early morning, late night and/or weekend shifts may be required
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.
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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.
