ROLE: Segment Producer is responsible for the daily production of engaging, high-quality news segments for broadcast and digital that align with the FOX 5/KUSI brands. This position requires strong communication and organization skills, as well as the ability to identify and secure compelling guests. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced newsroom, stays ahead of current events, and can develop creative, informative, and relevant content that resonates with viewers.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Produce and develop unique, creative, and timely segments that drive audience engagement
- Research, identify, and book high-profile guests, experts, and newsmakers to enhance coverage
- Coordinate all logistical details for guest appearances, including scheduling, pre-interviews, talking points, and remote setup when necessary
- Establish and maintain strong relationships with publicists, industry contacts, and community leaders to secure timely and exclusive interviews
- Prepares segments in rundown including writing intros, questions, graphics, supporting video
- Collaborate with editorial and technical team to ensure seamless execution of well-rounded, visually engaging and compelling live and/or pre-recorded segments
- Stay informed with current news, trends, and social media conversations to proactively book guests and produce relevant content
- Adapt to breaking news and last-minute changes, adjusting segments and bookings accordingly
- Perform additional duties as needed
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
- Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Communications, or a related field preferred
- Minimum 3 years of experience in broadcast news, segment producing, or a related field, with a strong focus on guest booking
REQUIREMENTS/JOB SKILLS:
- Must have superior organizational skills, can multitask and prioritize assignments with great attention to detail and consistently meet deadlines
- Must have excellent communication skills – oral, written and interpersonal
- Must collaborate positively with ability to take and implement feedback; also, be able to work independently with minimal supervision
- High proficiency with newsroom systems and production technology
- Ability to build and maintain a network of reliable guest contacts across various industries
- Must be flexible to work different shifts including early mornings, nights, weekends, and holidays as needed
- Comp starting at $68,650 commensurate with experience and skill level.
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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.
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