NewsNation - Associate Producer - MIA… at Nexstar Media… · New York

NewsNation is looking for an associate producer to join our producing team for the weekend morning program. The Associate Producer is responsible for contributing ideas, writing stories and segments, compiling elements to support those stories, and organizing them within an energetic and memorable broadcast. We are looking for a detail-oriented creative who is dedicated to knowing news stories from the inside out with a unique eye and ability to highlight fresh and innovative angles and perspective. The position is based at the network's offices in New York.

Duties & Responsibilities: Conduct research and pitch stories Gather editorial elements including video, audio and user-generated content Build and copy edit graphics and banners Write scripts Perform other duties as assigned by Executive Producer or Senior Producer

Requirements & Skills: Two or more years of experience in national or major-market news BA/BS degree or equivalent degree in journalism or related field Strong writing skills required Ability to create dynamic graphic and video elements Must be self-directing, self-motivating and able to work will with a diverse group of people. Interact well with on-air talent, news managers, videographers, production, digital and engineering staff Detail-oriented excellent verbal, written, grammar and analytical skills Exhibit strong news judgment Handle stress, including short deadlines Work at a computer for extended periods of time Must be able to work assigned shifts and be on call during overnights, mornings and weekends/holidays Perform other tasks as assigned by news management. Salary Range: $60,000 - $66,300 (commensurate with experience) Benefits: Our comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees includes, but not limited to, medical (with multiple plan options), dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, a 401(k) with company matching contributions, Paid Parental leave, life insurance and more. Part-time employees are eligible for 401(k) and any local/state leave plans. Union positions are subject to the benefits outlined in their Collective Bargaining Agreement. #LI-Onsite