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Content Producer, Nexstar Content Desk
Job Location:
Job Location:
Irving, TX - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not provided by the employer
Monthly Salary:
Posted:
21 September 2026 (16 hours ago)
Posted:
Application Deadline:
19 December 2026
Application Deadline:
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Vacancies:
Job Summary
The Nexstar Content Desk Producer is responsible for identifying producing curating and distributing high-value content across Nexstars local newsrooms NewsNation and other Nexstar platforms.
The ideal candidate understands that news is consumed 24/7 through multiple platforms no longer solely a traditional television newscast. This producer understands how to bring local content to a national audience across all Nexstar platforms including digital CTV social media and broadcast. The candidate should be comfortable moving quickly between news gathering writing video production live coverage and content distribution.
The Content Producer works alongside the Nexstar Content Desk to produce write edit and distribute content across broadcast digital and streaming platforms for Nexstars local stations NewsNation and The Hill. The producer monitors breaking news and developing stories identifies strong content from local stations produces digital and broadcast material coordinates live events and distributes content to newsrooms across the company.
This position will require overnight weekend and holiday hours based on Content Desk needs.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
- Maintains daily event schedules and monitors news developments
- Researches and analyzes information to ensure complete and accurate reporting
- Routes live feeds ingests video and distributes content to Nexstar stations
- Monitors and edits news events press conferences and interviews for broadcast and digital use
- Writes and edits scripts for broadcast digital and CTV platforms with attention to accuracy and clarity
- Edits video for vo/sots packages and long-form content
- Develops enterprise story ideas and pitches content relevant to local audiences
- Publishes and distributes content across websites apps CTV and social media platforms
- Collaborates with Content Desk team and Nexstar partners including NewsNation and The Hill
- Ensures all content meets company standards for journalistic integrity and production quality
- Performs other duties as assigned
Requirements & Skills
- Bachelors degree in Broadcast Journalism or a related field or equivalent work experience
- 25 years of experience in broadcast/digital news
- Strong organizational and time management skills with an attention to detail
- Ability to work under tight deadlines and handle multiple assignments
- Strong writing editing and communication skills
- Familiarity with live streaming and CTV production preferred
- Proficiency with non-linear editing systems and digital news gathering tools (e.g. OBS vMix CMS platforms)
- Understanding of digital news production including headlines SEO social distribution and audience engagement.
- Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with newsrooms across the country
- Flexibility to work any shift including nights weekends and holidays as needed
Physical Demands & Work Environment
The Content Producer must be able to sit for extended periods use standard office equipment and communicate effectively in person and electronically. The position requires the ability to make independent decisions and work in a collaborative newsroom environment.
Occasional outdoor work may be required in varying weather conditions. Must be able to lift and operate equipment weighing up to 25 pounds. Work may occur in varying lighting conditions.
Benefits and Compensation
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. We value the contribution of our employees and recognize their efforts by offering a competitive compensation plan.
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.
Not specific to Irving Texas. Must be located near a Nexstar Broadcast station.
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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.
