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Nexstar Media Group, Inc. · 2 days ago

NewsNation Production Assistant, NNN - CHI (4p-7p) Weekend

positionChicago, IL
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
seniorityNew Grad, Entry Level
money$16/hr - $24/hr
date0+ years exp

Nexstar Media Group, Inc. is seeking a Production Assistant for their NewsNation programming based in Chicago. The role involves assisting the production team with various tasks during preproduction and production, including research, video editing, and administrative duties.

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Responsibilities

Involvement in all daily show procedures, assisting production team in all stages of production
Work closely with producers to conduct and compile research for host and producers
Work closely with producers and associate producers to edit video and prepare graphics and scripts
Assist with guests who will appear on air
Perform administrative tasks for anchors, executive producers, and senior producers

Qualification

TVStreaming experienceVideo editingENPSINews knowledgeMicrosoft Office proficiencyCurrent events knowledgeDeadline managementAttention to detailCollaboration skills

Required

Minimum 6 months TV or Streaming experience including internships in a news or talk show environment
Knowledge and experience editing video
Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel, MS Office)
Commitment to being a self-starter who proactively seeks out tasks and opportunities for growth
Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience
Excellent knowledge of current events and politics
Must have the ability to work under deadline pressure
Must have the ability to handle multiple projects or assignments with attention to detail
Must thrive in a collaborative work environment

Preferred

Knowledge of ENPS or INews preferred

Benefits

Medical (with multiple plan options)
Dental
Vision insurance
Paid time off
A 401(k) with company matching contributions
Paid Parental leave
Life insurance
401(k)
Any local/state leave plans

Company

Nexstar Media Group, Inc.

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Nexstar Media Group, Inc.
dateFounded in 2000
location
Irving, Texas, USA
people-size10001+ employees
web-link
http://www.nexstar.tv

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 of Local Content Development
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