Multiplatform News Producer - Orchestrate Daily Broadcasts

Nexstar Media Group, Inc.; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Nexstar Media Group, Inc. is seeking a News Producer to craft daily newscasts, decide story order, write teases, and time broadcasts for multiple platforms. The role includes editing video and posting content to the website, while engaging viewers on social media.

The position requires a journalism-related bachelor's degree or equivalent experience, strong English communication, and at least two years in news operations. It offers a dynamic, deadline-driven environment in Little Rock, Arkansas.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Journalism or related field (or equivalent combination of education and experience).
• Fluency in English.
• Excellent oral and written communication.
• Minimum two years' experience in news operations (depending on market size).
• Proficiency with office equipment (computers, telephones, copiers, scanners, fax machines).
• Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize and multitask.
• Flexibility to work any shift.

Responsibilities

• Produces newscasts for broadcast across all platforms.
• Writes and orders news stories.
• Approves scripts.
• Balances news and feature content to create compelling broadcasts.
• Edits video.
• Writes stories for the website and other eMedia platforms.
• Interacts with viewers and users on social media sites.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Fluency in English

Communication skills

Deadline management

Multitasking

Social media interaction

Education

Bachelor's degree in Journalism

Equivalent combination of education and work experience

Job description

Nexstar Media Group, Inc. is seeking a News Producer to craft daily newscasts, decide story order, write teases, and time broadcasts for multiple platforms. The role includes editing video and posting content to the website, while engaging viewers on social media.

The position requires a journalism-related bachelor's degree or equivalent experience, strong English communication, and at least two years in news operations. It offers a dynamic, deadline-driven environment in Little Rock, Arkansas.