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Nexstar Media Group, Inc. · 2 weeks ago

Assistant I, News Production

Nexstar Media Group, Inc. is seeking an Associate Assignment Desk Editor for their KRON4 station in the San Francisco Bay Area. This role involves researching and confirming news content, monitoring police scanners and social media for breaking news, and collaborating with Assignment Editors and Executive Producers to manage news coverage.

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Responsibilities

Tracks and confirms stories from all sources including government agencies, wire services, community groups, and social media
Works with Assignment Editors and Executive Producers to dispatch reporters and photographers to cover stories
Assists Assignment Editors in development, planning and follow-up of news stories
Participates in daily editorial meetings
Interacts with viewers/users via phone and social media sites
Performs other duties as assigned

Qualification

Journalism degreeNewsroom experienceOffice equipment proficiencyDeadline management

Required

Bachelor's degree in Journalism, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience
Some newsroom experience required
Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
Proficiency with computers, telephones, copiers, scanners, and other office equipment
Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
Flexibility to work nights, mornings, weekend

Company

Nexstar Media Group, Inc.

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Nexstar Media Group, Inc.

H1B Sponsorship

Nexstar Media Group, Inc. has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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2024 (2)
2023 (3)
2022 (3)
2021 (7)
2020 (3)

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$2.5M
2017-09-06Post Ipo Equity· $2.5M
2003-12-05IPO

Leadership Team

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Bill Sammon
SVP
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Jerry Walsh
Senior Vice President, Local Content Development
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