Purpose Come be a part of a fast-growing news organization that is making a difference! NewsNation is a 24/7 national media outlet for all Americans. We believe in news that shows multiple perspectives and considers every community across all 50 states. We are dedicated to a truly all-platform experience: a national cable channel plus a vibrant digital presence. This position is for someone who understands news and storytelling, with a passion for serving our viewers and readers with stories that matter to them. This full-time position will be based in either our Chicago or New York newsrooms and will include weekend and evening hours.
Position Description:
Create stories that maintain our high standards of journalism and differentiate our brand from our competitors
Create or clip videos that help viewers and readers understand what matters in news stories
Craft compelling headlines, push alerts and social posts while delivering stories that make a difference
Edit wire and local network-affiliated content for a national audience to ensure standards for journalistic integrity and production quality are met
Showcase broadcast segments for publishing across all digital platforms and social media channels
Update NewsNation digital platforms (website, app, email, social) with breaking news and topical news of the day
Pitch stories daily and develop multiple ideas off a single news topic that push stories forward
Utilize SEO best practices
Flexibility to adjust schedule and assignments as network’s needs evolve.
Qualifications:
3+ years working in news as a digital reporter or producer.
Strong news judgement and ability to determine when local stories have national appeal.
Experience working with video and social media.
Excellent communicator, both oral and written.
Bachelor’s degree in journalism, advertising or marketing or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience.
Salary Range: $60,000 to $75,000 annually
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.
EEO Statement:
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.
Company Overview:
Nexstar Media Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: NXST) is a leading diversified media company that produces and distributes engaging local and national news, sports and entertainment content across its television and digital platforms, including more than 310,000 hours of programming produced annually by its business units. Nexstar owns America’s largest local television broadcasting group comprised of top network affiliates, with 200 owned or partner stations in 116 U.S. markets reaching 220 million people. Nexstar’s national television properties include The CW, America’s fifth major broadcast network, NewsNation, our national news network providing “News for All America,” popular entertainment multicast networks Antenna TV and Rewind TV, and a 31.3% ownership stake in TV Food Network. The Company’s portfolio of digital assets, including its local TV station websites, The Hill and NewsNationNow.com, are collectively a Top 10 U.S. digital news and information property. For more information, please visit nexstar.tv.