Nexstar Media Group, Inc. · 2 weeks ago
Executive News Producer
Nexstar Media Group, Inc. is looking for an Executive News Producer to lead their news team at WSYR-TV Newschannel 9 in Syracuse, NY. This role is crucial for expanding their audience across various platforms and involves coaching teammates, managing newscasts, and ensuring high journalistic standards.
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Responsibilities
Coach and teach teammates to grow in confidence and capability in areas outlined here
Use informed news judgment, showcasing techniques, and news research to lead the team in building newscasts and streams which serve the needs and meet the preferences of our local viewers
Quickly adjust newscasts and streams to accommodate breaking news and severe weather coverage
Edit and author strong copy with correct grammar, punctuation, editorial style, and formatting to meet the requirements of each on-air, digital, and social distribution platform
Ensure that all content produced meets company standards for journalistic integrity, timeliness, and production quality
Cooperate and communicate clearly, directly, and regularly with news & production teammates and other station departments
Organize and delegate to ensure booking of timely live interview guests for morning programs
Line produces when necessary
Qualification
Required
Strong news judgment and high journalistic integrity
Strong awareness of news and current events
Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments, and make sound editorial decisions in real-time
Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
Fluency in English
Strong, candid knowledge of self & capabilities and display the willingness & ability to take action to learn, improve, and grow
Professional savvy and collegial demeanor when interacting with colleagues and members of the public
Work well under pressure --- ability to handle breaking news and last-minute changes with aplomb
Low-to-zero call/approach reluctance --- ability to confidently engage with viewers, officials, those affected by stories, and others to cultivate story leads and information
Flexibility to work any shift, as coverage needs demand staffing changes
Mastery of AP writing style to edit and author digital, social, and on-air content
Knowledge of and confidence with OBS a plus
Proficiency with computers, telephones, copiers, scanners, fax machines and other office equipment
Valid driver's license required for hire. A clean driving record is required and must be maintained to be able to safely & confidently operate company motor vehicles
The Executive News Producer must be able to stand, sit, reach, conduct telephone conversations, use electronic mail, write letters and memos, conduct face-to-face discussions with individuals or groups, make decisions without supervision, make decisions that impact the results of co-workers, and occasionally work outdoors with various weather conditions and indoors in environmentally controlled conditions
Must be able to lift, set up and operate equipment or items weighing up to 25 pounds
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in Journalism, Media, Creative Writing, English, or a related field preferred, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience required to succeed in the role
Strong non-linear video editing skills and familiarity with Adobe Premiere video editing software preferred
Familiarity with ENPS rundown and story management system preferred
Company
Nexstar Media Group, Inc.
Nexstar Media Group, Inc.
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$2.5M2017-09-06Post Ipo Equity· $2.5M
2003-12-05IPO
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