News Production Assistant

Nexstar Media Group

San Diego, CA, US
$22 + hr commensurate with experience + skill leve...
Onsite
News production techniques
Writing news content
Graphics management
Daily production of a quality news product as defined by the FOX 5/KUSI brands, focusing on accuracy and excellence in production techniques and writing

Job Summary

  • Daily production of a quality news product as defined by the FOX 5/KUSI brands, focusing on accuracy and excellence in production techniques and writing.
  • Responsibilities include writing and supporting line producers, managing graphics, researching and confirming stories from multiple sources, and assisting in story placement and format changes.
  • The role involves planning future segments, producing streaming content, maintaining social media presence, and assisting the assignment desk with story confirmation.

Matching Summary

Daily production of a quality news product as defined by the FOX 5/KUSI brands, focusing on accuracy and excellence in production techniques and writing.

Salary

$22+ hr commensurate with experience and skill level

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • News production techniques
  • Writing news content
  • Graphics management
  • Story research and confirmation
  • Working under pressure
  • News judgment
  • Accurate writing

Nice-to-have

  • Positive interaction with others
  • Taking feedback constructively
  • Organizational skills
  • Detail-oriented
  • Technically nimble
  • Flexible schedule

Key Requirements

  • 1-2 years' experience in a working newsroom
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Journalism or related field desired
  • Must be able to work under extreme pressure and deadlines
  • Must have solid news judgment
  • Must be a consistent and accurate writer
  • Must interact positively and productively with others and take feedback
  • Must have strong organizational skills and be detail-oriented
  • Must be technically nimble
  • Must be flexible with schedule and fill-in different shifts, weekends, holidays as needed

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Not specified

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