NewsNation Editor
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Job Location:
Chicago, IL - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
Yesterday
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Who we are:
NewsNation is a national news cable network currently reaching 75 million television households across the United States. The network is owned and operated by Nexstar Media Group (NXST).
NewsNation is currently searching for a staff editor for our national newscasts based in our Chicago studios.
Job Description:
- Editing assignments will range from quick voice overs news packages long form documentary style pieces maintaining sound news judgment
- Performs special projects and other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
- Five plus (5) years editing experience in fast-paced live television environment required
- Must be proficient in Adobe Premiere.
- Must work well in a collaborative team environment be able to multitask. A problem solver and quick thinker to resolve existing issues and to find work arounds.
- Working knowledge of common business software applications particularly Microsoft Word Excel and Outlook.
- Must be self-sufficient and have a press-on-regardless attitude.
- All day parts (mornings evenings weekends and holidays) may be a part of the schedule with overtime as situations demand.
- Bachelors degree in Communications or related field preferred.
This is an IBEW union position and union membership is required
Salary - $48.54 hourly; 5/1/26 - $49.51 hourly
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
- Proofreading
- Taleo
- Content Management Systems
- Copy Editing
- Research Experience
- Journalism
- Adobe Photoshop
- Adobe Premiere
- Final Cut Pro
- Creative Writing
- Wordpress
- Writing 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.
