Content Producer

Nexstar Broadcasting

Sacramento, CA, US
Base: $23.00ph commensurate with experience; bonus...
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Degree in journalism required
Daily newspaper or news site experience
Proficiency in associated press style
** Nexstar Broadcasting is seeking a Content Producer for FOX40 in Sacramento, CA, responsible for discovering, assigning, and posting news stories while responding quickly to breaking news. The ideal candidate should have a degree in journalism, strong writing and social media skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. **

Job Summary

  • The role involves discovering, assigning, and posting news stories for FOX40 and fox40.com with a focus on digital-first local journalism.
  • Candidates must be able to monitor police scanners, coordinate reporters, and disseminate breaking news information quickly to the newsroom.
  • This position requires working all shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays while maintaining exceptional writing and proofreading skills.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 75

** Nexstar Broadcasting is seeking a Content Producer for FOX40 in Sacramento, CA, responsible for discovering, assigning, and posting news stories while responding quickly to breaking news. The ideal candidate should have a degree in journalism, strong writing and social media skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. **

Salary

Base: $23.00/hr commensurate with experience; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Degree in journalism required
  • Daily newspaper or news site experience
  • Proficiency in Associated Press style
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to work all shifts including nights weekends

Nice-to-have

  • Innovative viewer-focused mindset
  • Stellar news judgment
  • Multi-tasking in high-stress environment
  • Understanding of CMS design usability accessibility
  • Go-getter attitude

Key Requirements

  • Degree in journalism
  • Daily newspaper or news site experience
  • Live working web samples or print pages preferred
  • Proficiency in Associated Press style

Work Rights

Not specified

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