Nexstar Media Inc. has an immediate opening for a Morning News Producer who brings creativity and innovative thinking to the role, along with a keen eye and interest in all things happening on Capitol Hill. The Producer will be responsible for newscasts airing on the newly-formed duopoly in the Washington, DC Market #8 DMA, as well as our digital streaming products. The Producer will work with newsroom leadership, anchors, production team and field crews to bring impactful stories from the halls of Congress to communities around the DMV. Candidate must have a proven track record that demonstrates ownership and appropriate showcasing of big story coverage, breaking news and political action.
Day-to-day, the Producer:
• Produces newscasts showcasing anchors, reporters, experts, guests, and other relevant local stories
• Takes ownership of a newscast, working with news managers to determine which stories happening on the Hill can be localized for a TV audience
• Writes scripts in a manner that quickly and effectively communicates the heart of a story
• Participates in editorial discussions with news managers, anchors, and reporters for the following day’s newscasts to determine which stories are covered
• Communicates in a timely, appropriate manner from the producer chair in the control room during newscasts, ensuring all talent and production staff are up-to-date with rundowns
• Edits video (Adobe Premiere) for newscasts and web
• Writes stories for web and other digital media platforms
• Performs other duties as assigned
Washington, DC is the center for the nation’s politics, where Congressional staffers bump shoulders with everyday people on the streets of the nation’s capital. With that in mind, it’s important for the Producer to be plugged in – constantly in-the-know about what’s happening on the Hill, in the White house, and in the District. These newscasts aim to localize political stories taking place on a national, even international level, making the often-inaccessible halls of Congress accessible to everyone.
Requirements & Skills:
• Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience • Fluency in English • Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
• Minimum two years’ experience in news operations • Proficiency with computers, telephones, copiers, scanners, fax machines and other office equipment • Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously • Flexibility to work any shift Reports news stories for broadcast, describing the background and details of events Arranges interviews with people who can provide information about stories Reviews copy and corrects errors in content, grammar and punctuation, following prescribed editorial style and formatting guidelines Reviews and evaluates notes taken about event aspects to isolate pertinent facts and details Determines a story’s emphasis, length and format, and organizes material accordingly Researches and analyzes background information related to news stories to be able to provide complete and accurate information Gathers information about events through research, interviews, experience or attendance at political, news, sports, artistic, social or other functions Pitches stories to news managers and news producers which are relevant to the local community Receives assignments and evaluates leads and tips to develop story ideas Discusses issues with producers and/or news managers to establish priorities or positions Ensures that all content meets company standards for journalistic integrity and production quality Writes stories for the web and other digital platforms Performs special projects and other duties as assigned
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DC News Now is an equal opportunity employer that seeks diversity in our workforce. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.
We value the contribution of our employees and recognize their efforts by offering a competitive compensation plan $32-$36 (hourly).
Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(K), and more.
