NewsNation Washington Bureau Producer (Washington, DC)
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Job Location:
Washington - USA
Monthly Salary:
$ 70000 - 85000
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
NewsNation is seeking a focused driven and enterprising journalist to join our Washington DC bureau as a news producer helping to coordinate daily coverage of the federal government including the White House and Congress as well as general news in the region and elsewhere. The producer will partner with network correspondents to provide coverage across platforms for NewsNation. The position is based at our Washington DC bureau.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Be able to conduct accurate timely and well-sourced research
Be able to come up with timely and unique story and guest ideas
Be able to fully report stories emanating from briefings new conferences events and statements
Demonstrated ability to tailor reporting and storytelling to help explain complex topics to audiences on broadcast and digital platforms
Demonstrated ability to organize field shoots interviews and live shots managing planning and logistics for the field team
Be able to gather elements from affiliates agencies social media etc.
Be able to help build out live hits segments and packages including well-written broadcast scripts
Be an effective conduit between the field team the show team and the assignment desk clearly communicating needs and expectations
Be proactive about solving problems efficiently and effectively
Cultivate sources which help cover up to the minute developments and break news from both houses of Congress
Assist bureau management in daily and long-term scheduling of personnel and editorial planning
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Requirements & Skills:
Bachelors degree in Communication/Journalism or related degree required
At least five years broadcast or digital production experience
Background in reporting research and writing
Must be willing to work overtime nights holidays and weekends often with short notice
Must be willing to work in Washington DC but travel as needed domestically and international
Understand importance of social media and social newsgathering
Promotes teamwork and maintains attitude of cooperation with all network personnel
Operate newsroom computer systems
Salary Range: $70000 - $85000 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.
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Key Skills
- Administrative Skills
- Time Management
- Policy Development
- Listening Skill
- Leadership skills
- Organizational Skill
- Oversight Management
- Communication
- Legislature Development
- Legal & Compliance
- Relationship Management
- Strategic Thinking Skills
- Team Player Spirit
- Management Skill
- Problem Solving Skills
About Company
As the largest TV station operator in the U.S. reaching nearly 39 percent of households, Nexstar Media Group offers unrivaled audience access and influence.
