Dynamic News Producer — Live & Digital

Nexstar Media Group Inc.; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Nexstar Media Group, Inc. is seeking a Newscast Producer to handle newscast duties and special projects across media platforms in the Indianapolis market.

The role emphasizes crafting energetic, dynamic newscasts with strong writing and visual storytelling. The ideal candidate possesses proven breaking news performance, weather coverage instincts, and is adept at incorporating digital content to engage viewers.

Qualifications

• Write solid, active & compelling news copy.
• Build strong newscasts using informed news judgment.
• Strategize newscast building based on audience, ratings and history of the area.
• Ability to quickly adjust newscasts to accommodate breaking news.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Coordinate with the digital team to contribute content to other platforms.
• Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Flexible to work any shift.

Responsibilities

• Produce newscasts across all platforms and line-produce on live newscasts as needed.
• Develop energetic and dynamic newscasts with sound, video and graphics integration.
• Share responsibility for breaking news coverage and severe weather situations.
• Contribute to digital content strategy to engage viewers across platforms.

Job description

Nexstar Media Group, Inc. is seeking a Newscast Producer to handle newscast duties and special projects across media platforms in the Indianapolis market.

The role emphasizes crafting energetic, dynamic newscasts with strong writing and visual storytelling. The ideal candidate possesses proven breaking news performance, weather coverage instincts, and is adept at incorporating digital content to engage viewers.