NewsNation Live Weekends Segment Producer

Segment Producer, NewsNation Live Weekend (Chicago) NewsNation is looking for a Segment Producer to join the team of the weekend edition of NewsNation Live based in Chicago. This role involves contributing story ideas, compiling elements, and building engaging live segments and packages based on a wide range of topics ranging from political news to domestic news to international news. The position is based at the network's offices in Chicago.
Duties & Responsibilities Pitch story ideas
Produce live guest segments and correspondent hits
Collaborate closely with NewsNation correspondents to produce compelling and accurate live hits and update with new details throughout the show
Locate and create strongest possible elements to be used in guest segments and live correspondent hits - including video, graphics, lower thirds - and load them into the rundown quickly and accurately
Write, organize, and produce scripts, including but not limited to anchors intros, guest segments, teases, reporter hits
Keep Executive Producer and Senior Producer apprised of developments of stories
Perform other tasks as assigned by show leaders or news management
Requirements & Skills 2-10 years of experience in national or major-market television news preferred
Bachelor’s degree in journalism, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience
Knowledge and experience editing video and creating graphics
Knowledge of ENPS or INews preferred
Excellent verbal, written, grammar and analytical skills
Excellent knowledge of current events and politics
Commitment to being a self-starter who proactively seeks out tasks and opportunities for growth
Exhibit strong news judgment
Must have the ability to handle multiple projects or assignments with attention to detail
Must thrive in a collaborative work environment
Handle stress, including short deadlines
Work at a computer for extended periods of time
Must be able to work flexible assigned shifts and be on call during overnights, mornings and weekends/holidays
Salary Range $70,000-80,000 (commensurate with experience)
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.
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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