Newsroom Associate Producer: Write, Edit & Shape Segments

Nexstar Media Group, Inc.

San Diego (CA)

On-site

USD 30,307 - 41,328

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Nexstar Media Group, Inc. in San Diego is seeking a daily production contributor for FOX 5/KUSI-branded news.

You will help produce and write for newscasts, support line producers, and ensure accuracy and quality in presentation. This role involves creating and updating graphics, researching stories across sources, planning segments, posting links, maintaining social media, and possible basic video editing.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Journalism or related field is desired.
1-2 years’ experience in a working newsroom as writer or production assistant.
Ability to work under extreme pressure and meet deadlines.
Solid news judgment and accuracy in writing.
Strong teamwork and communication skills.

Responsibilities

Write and support line producers for assigned newscasts. Fill-in produce as needed.
Manage and create graphics for stories and update them as needed.
Research, confirm, and update local, state, national and international stories.
Advise on story placement and format changes for the newscast.
Plan future segments, topics, guests and story ideas.
Post links to the FOX 5/KUSI website.
Assist assignment desk in calling to confirm story details.
Maintain social media presence.
Basic video editing as necessary.