What are the responsibilities and job description for the Producer position at Nexstar Media Group?
Overview
KIAH, a Nexstar Media Group station, has an opening for a morning Producer to work in our Houston location.
Do you want attention, visibility, and an opportunity to have FUN while making an impact on local news?! If you do, then continue reading and apply for this opportunity! Morning Dose is 100% Houston and fully committed to maintaining its momentum. We are a collaborative, talented team that cultivates your input, innovation and your voice to help us create successful content. We aren’t the “cookie cutter” formula on morning news, we like to push the boundaries and we are a newsroom where you are encouraged to take risks and try new things.
We are KIAH, check us out at : https://www.dropbox.com/s/dbr6pkher6appih/Morning%20Dose%20CW39%20Houston%20Sizzle.mp4?dl=0
The Producer must have instinctive news judgment, excellent writing and communication skills, plus a strong understanding on how to push news content across several platforms. This position will be responsible for developing an overall style and identity for their assigned newscast with a keen focus on building the station’s brand.
Responsibilities
- Write, manage and approve content for air
- Execute newscasts with minimal errors and meet deadlines; oversee quality control of newscast while in the booth
- Contribute to story development and innovation
- Respond to breaking news with a sense of urgency
- Perform other duties as assigned
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree preferred; equivalent experience required
- 2+ years previous news producing experience
- Demonstrated ability to track and select trending news stories
- Strong organizational skills
- Ability to work in a rapid, fast-paced environment
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Must be able to work a flexible schedule including early mornings and holidays
Nexstar Media Group is an equal opportunity employer.