Multi-Platform News Producer: Streaming & Digital Content

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

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.