Dynamic National News Segment Producer

Nexstar Media Group, Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 66,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

401(k) with company matching

Paid parental leave

Job summary

NewsNation in New York seeks a Segment Producer for weekend duties 1–4p, creating engaging live segments and packages from political, domestic, and international news. Collaborate with executive and senior producers to ensure accurate, compelling broadcasts from the New York offices.

You will pitch stories, research topics, write scripts, and help produce live newscasts while mentoring junior staff and adapting to dynamic breaking news situations.

Qualifications

• Experience producing for a national news program or top 10 market newscasts.
• Experience covering politics and government.
• Strong news judgment and quick decision making.
• Ability to mentor staff and work as part of a team.
• Proficiency with ENPS and deadline-driven production.

Responsibilities

• Pitch stories and segment ideas regularly.
• Research topics using the Internet, archives, and other sources.
• Select strongest elements to tell compelling stories.
• Write, organize, and produce scripts for segments and packages.
• Assist in preparing and executing live news broadcasts.
• Keep leadership apprised of story developments.
• Assist in control room breaking news.
• Mentor other staff members.

Skills

News judgement

Decision making

Mentoring

Team player

Communication

Multitasking

ENPS

Shift flexibility

Politics coverage

National news experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in journalism

Equivalent education/experience

Job description

NewsNation in New York seeks a Segment Producer for weekend duties 1–4p, creating engaging live segments and packages from political, domestic, and international news. Collaborate with executive and senior producers to ensure accurate, compelling broadcasts from the New York offices.

You will pitch stories, research topics, write scripts, and help produce live newscasts while mentoring junior staff and adapting to dynamic breaking news situations.