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Social Media and Video Producer, Chicago or New York

Nexstar Broadcasting · Chicago, IL, USA ·

Pay:
$60,000-$65,000/yr
Job type:
Part Time

Purpose

NewsNation is America’s fastest-growing news network. We believe in fact-based, unbiased news for all Americans. If you do too, join the movement!

We’re seeking a social media and video producer who is passionate about the news and looking to tell stories that resonate with audiences in the rapidly-evolving world of digital media.

Position Description

Create content across all formats, from the written word to images to videos

Post to and manage social media accounts reaching millions of users, from TikTok to Facebook

Pitch, develop and produce original content

Develop multimedia storytelling in collaboration with editors, writers and reporters

Use data to evaluate tactics and suggest improvements to overall strategy

Use social media metrics and tools to identify trending and emerging stories

Keep up to date on the latest trends in social media and share with the larger team

Train staff members on social media best practices, use of social tools and other tactics

Qualifications

Experience creating social media and/or video content for large brands or news media outlets

Strong writing skills and ability to maintain a consistent brand voice

Good editorial judgement in content selection and adaptation based on the platform

Ability to quickly edit video and photos in high-pressure situations

Knowledge of data and analytics and demonstrated ability to use that data to make decisions

Good communicator who can work collaboratively

Experience using Adobe Suite, including Premier and Photoshop, preferred

Journalism or news background preferred but not required

Experience producing for or directing on-camera talent a plus

Salary Range: $60,000 - $65,000

This position is in-office in our Chicago or New York locations. Early morning, late night and/or weekend shifts may be required

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, including more than 310,000 hours of programming produced annually by its business units. Nexstar owns America’s largest local television broadcasting group comprised of top network affiliates, with 200 owned or partner stations in 116 U.S. markets reaching 220 million people. Nexstar’s national television properties include The CW, America’s fifth major broadcast network, NewsNation, our national news network providing “News for All America,” popular entertainment multicast networks Antenna TV and Rewind TV, and a 31.3% ownership stake in TV Food Network. The Company’s portfolio of digital assets, including its local TV station websites, The Hill and NewsNationNow.com, are collectively a Top 10 U.S. digital news and information property. For more information, please visit nexstar.tv.

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.