Senior Producer, Originals & Podcast
Nexstar Media Group Inc., Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
Senior Producer, Originals & Podcast page is loaded## Senior Producer, Originals & Podcastlocations:
IL-Chicago; 303 E Wacker Drive:
NY, New Yorktime type:
Full timeposted on:
Posted Todayjob requisition id:
REQ-40301We are looking for a hands-on creator to lead the production of our new original content slate, including podcasts, vodcasts, and digital-first video series. You won't just be managing files, you will be scripting, shooting, editing, and packaging stories that drive retention and revenue.**Key Responsibilities*** **End-to-End Production:** Oversee the entire workflow for podcasts and original video series—from booking guests and scripting to recording and final edit. Comfort on camera is a bonus.* **The Podcast Model:** Ensure all video and long-form content is produced simultaneously for audio. You understand that a podcast is no longer just audio, it is a multi-platform asset.* **Show Running:** Manage production calendars, coordinate talent/guests, and ensure all deliverables hit deadlines for launch.* **Growth Optimization:** Collaborate with the Audience team to ensure all content is optimized for SEO, discoverability, and social cutting (Shorts/Reels) *before* it is published.* **Technical Execution:** Serve as the primary editor for high-priority projects and manage junior editors or freelancers when needed.* **Swiss-Army-Knife:** Ready in a pinch to assist the newsroom when needed with daily tasks.**What You Bring*** **Hybrid Skills:** 5+ years of experience in *both* audio and video production. You can cut a compelling audio story and color-correct a video file.* **Newsroom Fluency:** You understand editorial standards and how to move at the speed of news, even when working on long-form content.* **Platform Savvy:** You know the difference between a YouTube thumbnail and a Spotify show tile, and why it matters.* **Project Management:** Proven ability to manage multiple series simultaneously without missing a publish date.**Preferred Qualifications*** Experience launching a new podcast or video franchise from scratch.* Familiarity with remote recording tools and editing workflows* Experience producing content for CTV environments.* Platform expertise: YouTube, Spotify, and general Social Media management.Salary Range: $80,000 - $90,000Benefits: 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr
IL-Chicago; 303 E Wacker Drive:
NY, New Yorktime type:
Full timeposted on:
Posted Todayjob requisition id:
REQ-40301We are looking for a hands-on creator to lead the production of our new original content slate, including podcasts, vodcasts, and digital-first video series. You won't just be managing files, you will be scripting, shooting, editing, and packaging stories that drive retention and revenue.**Key Responsibilities*** **End-to-End Production:** Oversee the entire workflow for podcasts and original video series—from booking guests and scripting to recording and final edit. Comfort on camera is a bonus.* **The Podcast Model:** Ensure all video and long-form content is produced simultaneously for audio. You understand that a podcast is no longer just audio, it is a multi-platform asset.* **Show Running:** Manage production calendars, coordinate talent/guests, and ensure all deliverables hit deadlines for launch.* **Growth Optimization:** Collaborate with the Audience team to ensure all content is optimized for SEO, discoverability, and social cutting (Shorts/Reels) *before* it is published.* **Technical Execution:** Serve as the primary editor for high-priority projects and manage junior editors or freelancers when needed.* **Swiss-Army-Knife:** Ready in a pinch to assist the newsroom when needed with daily tasks.**What You Bring*** **Hybrid Skills:** 5+ years of experience in *both* audio and video production. You can cut a compelling audio story and color-correct a video file.* **Newsroom Fluency:** You understand editorial standards and how to move at the speed of news, even when working on long-form content.* **Platform Savvy:** You know the difference between a YouTube thumbnail and a Spotify show tile, and why it matters.* **Project Management:** Proven ability to manage multiple series simultaneously without missing a publish date.**Preferred Qualifications*** Experience launching a new podcast or video franchise from scratch.* Familiarity with remote recording tools and editing workflows* Experience producing content for CTV environments.* Platform expertise: YouTube, Spotify, and general Social Media management.Salary Range: $80,000 - $90,000Benefits: 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr