Digital Desk Producer

Nexstar Media Group, Inc.; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Nexstar Media Group, Inc. in San Diego seeks a dynamic journalist who can coordinate daily coverage across broadcast, digital, and our streaming app.

The role blends traditional desk duties with content creation and shaping the station’s streaming presence to align with the FOX 5/KUSI brand. The ideal candidate will lead multi-platform storytelling, produce original streaming content, and guide newsroom practices for live and edited segments while collaborating with content partners.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Journalism, Communications, or related field preferred
• Minimum 3 years experience in a top 50 market newsroom
• Experience with digital content production (writing, video editing, producing) preferred
• Familiarity with the San Diego region is a plus
• Understanding of multi-platform news strategies, audience engagement trends

Responsibilities

• Organize and assign stories for broadcast, digital platforms, and streaming app
• Coordinate and dispatch field crews to breaking and scheduled news events
• Monitor scanners, wires, news releases, emails, and social media for story leads
• Pitch, write, set up and produce original content for streaming app
• Plan and produce live or recorded digital-exclusive content
• Guide the newsroom on live and recorded streaming content practices for apps
• Guide the newsroom on streaming software best practices
• Assist with development, planning, and follow-up of news stories for all platforms
• Keep the newsroom informed of breaking news and developing stories
• Communicate with Nexstar affiliates and content partners for sharing
• Develop brand-aligned content to maximize engagement on all platforms
• Answer phones, vet tips, and maintain daily news logs
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

Editorial judgment

Multitasking

Leadership

Communication skills

OBS/VMix

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Journalism, Communications, or related field

Tools

OBS/VMix

Job description

ROLE: Individual will coordinate daily news coverage for broadcast, digital platforms, and the station’s new streaming app. The ideal candidate will balance traditional assignment desk duties with content creation, producing digital-only segments and shows, and helping shape the station’s streaming presence in alignment with the FOX 5/KUSI brand.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Organize and assign stories for broadcast, digital platforms, and streaming app
• Coordinate and dispatch field crews to breaking and scheduled news events
• Monitor scanners, wires, news releases, emails, and social media for story leads
• Pitch, write, set up and produce original content and recurring segments for streaming app
• Plan and produce live or recorded digital-exclusive content (e.g., interviews, explainers, behind-the-scenes)
• Guide the newsroom on the best practices for live and recorded content for our streaming app, and the publishing of app content to our website and social media
• Guide the newsroom on best practices for the use of streaming software
• Assist with development, planning, and follow-up of news stories for all platforms
• Keep the newsroom informed of breaking news and developing stories throughout the day
• Communicate with Nexstar affiliates, FOX News Edge, and content partners for story sharing and collaboration
• Develop compelling, brand-aligned content to maximize engagement on all platforms
• Answer phones, vet story tips, and maintain daily news logs
• Perform other duties as assigned

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Journalism, Communications, or related field preferred
• Minimum 3 years experience in a top 50 market newsroom
• Experience with digital content production (writing, video editing, producing) preferred
• Familiarity with the San Diego region is a plus
• Understanding of multi-platform news strategies, audience engagement trends

REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS:

• Strong editorial judgment and ability to identify compelling, audience-focused stories

• Excellent organizational and multitasking skills

• Ability to make quick decisions and remain calm under pressure

• Must be comfortable taking a leadership role while collaborating across teams

• Must be knowledgeable about OBS/VMix or similar streaming tools

• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills

• Must be flexible and able to adapt to a fast-paced, evolving news environment

• Must be willing to work flexible hours, including weekends, holidays, and overnights as needed

• Compensation starting at $28.85/hrcommensurate with experience and skill level.

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