FT Material Manager

Nexstar Media Group, Inc.; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Nexstar Media Group, Inc. is seeking a Full Time Material Manager in Los Angeles to support live news broadcasts. You will assist producers and directors with prep, coordinate edited content, and manage the video archive, ensuring timely delivery and quality for every newscast.

You will also help develop SOPs, provide Premiere editing support, and cross-train to cover for leadership during breaks. This role requires strong organization, teamwork, and proficiency with newsroom systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or certification in Communications, Television Production, or equivalent work experience.
• Two or more years of experience in live News production.
• Team player with positive communication and collaboration.
• Effective planning, prioritization, and ability to work under deadline.
• Knowledge of production systems and workflow, including ENPS and related tools.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and newsroom IT environments.

Responsibilities

• Assist News Producers, Writers, and newscast Director with prep and coordination for live newscasts.
• Coordinate and communicate prep of edited video content for live newscasts; track server playout status.
• Track and communicate edited content status to News producers alongside reporter live-shot schedules.
• Develop and assist standard operating procedures for video content, storage, and organization.
• Provide desktop editing support (Adobe Premiere) for News bumps and teases.
• Track and communicate News feed schedules to writers and producers.
• Perform QA of News feed video and edited content prior to broadcast.
• Manage News video archive database and respond to archival requests.
• Cross-train to provide Associate Director relief during breaks and sickness.

Skills

Team player

Effective planning

Deadline-driven

Communication

Training others

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or certification in Communications/Television Production

Tools

ENPS

Bit Central

Core Media

Adobe Premiere

Ross Xpression

Microsoft Office/Outlook/Teams

Job description

JOB TITLE: Full Time Material Manager

DEPARTMENT: Production

REPORTS TO: Production Manager

DUTIES:

• Assist News Producers, Writers, and newscast Director with prep and coordination of content production elements for live newscasts.
• Coordinate and communicate prep of edited video content for live newscasts. Track server playout status.
• Track and communicate status of edited content to News producers in conjunction with reporter live-shot schedules.
• Develop and assist standard operating procedures for video content, storage and organization.
• Provide desktop editing support (Adobe Premiere) for News bumps and teases.
• Track and communicate News feed schedules to writers and producers.
• Perform quality analysis (QA) of News feed video and edited content prior to broadcast.
• Track and support administrative storage on Core Media, BitCentral and other related systems.
• Manage News video archive database following newscasts. Research archival requests.
• Cross-training: Develop basic skill sets to capably provide Associate Director relief for meal breaks, vacation, and sick calls.
• Generate End of Shift Report (EOS) updating status of edited content and server database.
• Provide Production Dept. with production assistance as required for all News and Special Events production.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s Degree or certification in Communications, Television Production, or equivalent work experience.
• Two or more years of experience working in live News production.
• Team player. Communicate and engage with co-workers in a positive and productive manner.
• Effective planning, task prioritization, and works efficiently under deadline.
• Maintains focus and composure in a dynamic work environment.
• Knowledge and execution of news pre-production processes, technology, and workflow.
• Demonstrates intellect and aptitude to train others on production workflow and technology.
• Creative and innovative thinking in all aspects of production responsibilities.
• Possess working knowledge of production operating systems including ENPS, Bit Central, Core Media, Adobe Premiere, Ross Xpression and equivalent operating systems. Proficient in Microsoft Office/Outlook/Teams.

AVAILABLE: Immediately

Compensation $25/hr+ - commensurate with experience and skill level

EEO Statement: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

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