4 PM Producer

Nexstar Media Group, Inc.; High Point (AL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Nexstar Media Group, Inc. in Alabama is seeking a 4PM producer to craft a competitive one-hour newscast filled with breaking news and enterprise stories. You’ll work with a team of journalists to deliver accurate, engaging coverage under tight deadlines.

The role emphasizes collaboration with anchors, reporters, photographers, and assignment editors to develop engaging content that resonates with our local audience and strengthens the station’s competitive edge.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Communications, or related field.
• Minimum 1 year of producing experience in a television newsroom.
• Strong news judgment and understanding of local, national, and international current events.
• Excellent writing, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Produce and stack the 4PM newscast with a strong editorial voice and visual storytelling.
• Collaborate with anchors, reporters, photographers, and assignment editors to develop engaging content.
• Write and edit scripts with clarity, accuracy, and urgency.
• Respond to breaking news and adjust rundown as needed.
• Participate in editorial meetings and contribute story ideas.

Skills

Editorial judgment

Writing

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Journalism, Communications, or related field

Job description

Competitive, creative, and collaborator if that describes you, then you just might be our next 4pm producer. Your one-hour newscast will be filled with breaking news, enterprise stories, and a team full of journalists who want to win the day. So be ready to not only maintain excellence but grow the audience.

Key Responsibilities:

• Produce and stack the 4PM newscast with a strong editorial voice and visual storytelling.
• Collaborate with anchors, reporters, photographers, and assignment editors to develop engaging content.
• Write and edit scripts with clarity, accuracy, and urgency.
• Respond to breaking news and adjust rundown as needed.
• Participate in editorial meetings and contribute story ideas.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Communications, or related field.
• Minimum 1 year of producing experience in a television newsroom.
• Strong news judgment and understanding of local, national, and international current events.
• Excellent writing, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

EEO Statement:
Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled