Newscast Producer

Nexstar Media Group

Topeka, KS, United States
Produce and write newscasts
Drive coverage decisions
Lead breaking news
Produce, write, and stack evening newscasts, approving scripts and making key editorial decisions

Job Summary

  • Produce, write, and stack evening newscasts, approving scripts and making key editorial decisions.
  • Lead coverage in breaking news situations and write for digital and social platforms.
  • This job is a proven career launcher, with past producers advancing to top markets and participation in a yearlong producer development program.

Matching Summary

Produce, write, and stack evening newscasts, approving scripts and making key editorial decisions.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Produce and write newscasts
  • Drive coverage decisions
  • Lead breaking news
  • Craft compelling visual newscasts
  • Connect with viewers

Nice-to-have

  • Thrives under pressure
  • Brings creativity to rundown
  • Fast thinker
  • Calm leader
  • Award-winning newsroom

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
  • Strong writing and news judgment
  • Composure under deadline pressure
  • Experience with ENPS, BitCentral, Adobe Premiere preferred
  • Willingness to work flexible hours

Work Rights

Not specified

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