Weekend News Segment Producer: Live National Coverage

Nexstar Media Group Inc.; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 66,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

401(k) with company matching

Job summary

NewsNation is seeking a Segment Producer for weekend programming (NNL 1-4p) based in New York. You will help generate story ideas, assemble elements, and craft engaging live segments and packages across political, domestic, and international news.

You will collaborate with Executive Producer, Senior Producers, and Line Producers to ensure accurate, compelling broadcasts, mentoring staff and coordinating with network leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in journalism or related field required.
• Experience producing for a national news program.
• Ability to adapt to changing deadlines and priorities.
• Excellent written and spoken communication.
• Proficiency with ENPS.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the control room breaking news and pitch stories.
• Research topics using the Internet, video archives, and other sources.
• Select strongest elements to tell stories.
• Write, organize, and produce scripts for segments or packages.
• Assist in preparing and executing live, compelling television newscasts.
• Keep Executive Producer and Senior Producer apprised of story developments.
• Mentor staff and collaborate with leadership.

Skills

Flexibility

National news production

Politics & government coverage

Strong news judgement

Creative thinking

Coach and mentor

Collaborative team player

Excellent communication

Multi-tasking

ENPS proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in journalism

Related field or equivalent experience

Tools

ENPS

Job description

NewsNation is seeking a Segment Producer for weekend programming (NNL 1-4p) based in New York. You will help generate story ideas, assemble elements, and craft engaging live segments and packages across political, domestic, and international news.

You will collaborate with Executive Producer, Senior Producers, and Line Producers to ensure accurate, compelling broadcasts, mentoring staff and coordinating with network leadership.