NewsNation Line Producer, NewsNation Live (Chicago)

Nexstar Media Group, Inc. • Chicago, IL

3d • $70,000 - $75,000 • Onsite

About The Position

NewsNation is looking for a Line Producer to join the team for the dayside program NewsNation Live with Nichole Berlie. The line producer plays a lead role in managing creation of the show's rundown and facilitates the production process from the daily pitch meeting to the execution of the live show in the control room collaborating with editorial and production staff throughout the day. The position is based at the network's offices in Chicago.

Requirements

• Experience producing for a national news program or producing newscasts in a top 10 market
• Experience covering politics and government
• Strong news judgement
• Quick decision maker and creative thinker
• Effective coach and mentor to staff of all experience levels
• Collaborative team player who advocates for their show but find ways to elevate network reporting
• Bachelor’s degree in journalism, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
• Ability to adapt to change, meet deadlines, prioritize assignments, and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
• Proficiency with ENPS
• Flexibility to work different shifts

Responsibilities

• Works with the Executive Producer and Senior Producer to create the show's rundown and manage workflow for a team which includes segment producers, writers, and associate producers
• Works with director and production crew on technical aspects of broadcast
• Writes scripts including but not limited to opens, and teases
• Facilitates creation of in-show graphics and story titles
• Works with executive producer and senior producer to copy edit show
• Times newscast in the control room during live broadcast
• Coordinates with assignment desk and control room staff being proactive about troubleshooting problems and responding to breaking news
• Performs other duties as assigned

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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level