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NewsNation Digital Associate Producer - Special Projects

Nexstar Media Group

Chicago, ILFull-time$44–45K/yrSeen 1 day agoSeen in employer's feed 1 day ago

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Compensation
$44–45K/yr
Location
Chicago, IL
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Job overview

NewsNation is seeking a Digital Associate Producer for its Special Projects team, based in the Chicago newsroom. The producer will help create digital-friendly journalism for the outlet’s website, app, email, and social platforms, including special projects and breaking news. The role also involves editing content for a national audience and packaging journalism to encourage audience engagement.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

VideoSocial MediaOral CommunicationWritten Communication

Qualifications

Bachelor's in Journalism, Advertising or Marketing or Equivalent

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off
401(k) Match
Parental Leave

Full job description

IL, Chicago

Full time

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NewsNation Digital Associate Producer – Special Projects

Purpose

NewsNation a national media outlet for all Americans. We think there’s an unmet need for news that isn’t tilted toward one ideology or another, walks away from two sides-ism to focus on multiple perspectives when examining the issues, and considers every community across all 50 states. We are dedicated to a truly all platform experience: a national cable channel plus a vibrant digital presence.

We are seeking a Digital Associate Producer to create digital-friendly journalism with our Special Projects team. This position will be based in our Chicago newsroom.

Position Description

  • Assist in planning and execution of special projects, which can include stories and social posts publishing on future dates or on the same day as breaking news

  • Update NewsNation digital platforms (website, app, email, social) with breaking news and topical news of the day

  • Craft compelling headlines, teases and social media posts that encourage followers to engage with our journalism

  • Package content that encourages audience engagement to stay on the page longer or view more pages per visit

  • Edit wire and local network-affiliated content for a national audience

  • Clip broadcast segments for publishing across all digital platforms and social media channels

  • Utilize SEO best practices

Qualifications

  • Experience working with video and social media

  • Excellent communicator, both oral and written

  • Early morning, late night and/or weekend and holiday shifts may be required

  • Bachelor’s degree in journalism, advertising or marketing or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience

Compensation Range: $44,000 - $45,000

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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Nexstar Media Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: NXST) is a leading diversified media company that produces and distributes engaging local and national news, sports and entertainment content across its television and digital platforms. For more information, please visit nexstar.tv.

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