NewsNation is looking for a Segment Producer to join the team of The Hill. The Segment Producer is responsible for contributing story ideas compiling elements and crafting stories and segments on a variety of topics ranging from domestic to international news. The Segment Producer works with the Executive Producer Senior Producer Line Producer to help accurately and truthfully relay stories and make them part of engaging and insightful broadcasts. The position may be based in New York or Washington.
Duties & Responsibilities:
Research topics using the Internet video archives and other information sources
Select strongest possible elements to help best tell stories
Write clear compelling and strong editorial copy
Assist in preparing and executing live compelling television newscasts.
Keep Executive Producer and Senior Producer apprised of developments of stories
Assist in control room during show to ensure flawless production. Duties include calling video playback graphics and banners insertion checking in guests.
Other duties as assigned by Executive Producer or Senior Broadcast Producer
Requirements & Skills:
Five or more years 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: $80000 - $95000 (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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