Specialist Digital/News Support Job at Nexstar Media Group, Inc. in Des Moines

Overview Position Summary: This role pairs content generation with content production and delivery. At the center of a fast-moving newsroom, this position will shape what our audience sees, how they experience it, and why they come back. It is a blend of digital producing, reporting, and content strategy—providing the opportunity to create impactful journalism while directly influencing audience growth. You will be involved with writing breaking stories, building high-performing homepage experiences, and the use of real-time data to make smart content decisions. This role also plays a key part in our digital studio by helping produce video and visual content that connects across platforms. In addition, you will assist in delivering live and prerecorded videos to WHO 13 Plus App.

Responsibilities

Own the Story

Identify, report, and publish breaking news, daily coverage, and original stories that matter to a local audience

Turn around fast, accurate content while also contributing to deeper, enterprise reporting

Write headlines and teases that demand attention and drive clicks

Drive Audience Growth

Curate and package content to maximize engagement, page views, and time on site

Shape the homepage and story presentation using real-time data and audience insights

Use analytics tools (Google Analytics, Chartbeat) to continuously refine strategy and improve performance

Spot trends early and act quickly to capture audience interest

Create for a Multi-Platform Audience

Produce and publish content across web, mobile, and social platforms

Contribute to video storytelling, including short-form and digital-first content

Select and optimize visuals (photos, video, graphics) to elevate storytelling

Collaborate & Lead

Work closely with reporters, producers, and newsroom leadership to elevate content across platforms

Help identify opportunities to extend broadcast stories into digital experiences—and vice versa

Be a voice in daily editorial decisions, bringing a digital-first perspective

Support Digital Studio Production/News production

Assist with production and oversight of digital studio content

Play an important role delivering live sports and events to our CTV App

Help execute video shoots and ensure content meets quality and brand standards

Learn to backup specialized newsroom studio production duties

This position will be involved as a backup role in the newsroom for some broadcast newsroom and master control duties (training provided for back up roles)

Skill/Experience Requirements

2+ years of experience in digital content, journalism, or a related field

Experience with SEO, AP Style, and digital publishing tools

Proficient writing ability and can write headlines that drive engagement

Exhibits strong reporting skills

Ability to maneuver quickly and accurately

Strong technical experience or has experience with master control or newsroom operations

Business analytical mindset

Excels in multitasking and can manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment

Strong collaboration and communication skills

Adaptability and is willing to learn new tools for evolving workflows and digital technology

Willingness to work flexible hours, including nights and weekends

EEO Statement: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

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