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Digital News Producer

Nexstar Media, Inc. • Full-time • IL-Champaign;509 S Neil St (Nexstar - WCIA), United States of America • 1w ago

WCIA is looking for a Streaming Content Producer/Anchor to grow our digital and CTV platforms. This role is unique and will involve crafting solid, journalistically sound storytelling to engage our audiences across our website, apps, social media channels, and our CTV channel. We are also looking for a content creator willing to produce stories/segments and host one or more live digital productions to expand our audiences.

Position Responsibilities:

Produce, edit video content using OBS Studio and other tools
Ensure all content meets high standards of journalistic integrity and production quality
Research and analyze details to provide complete, accurate stories -Arrange interviews with people for exclusive CTV shows when needed
Produces and presents reports on all platforms
Launch creative, compelling daily content for viewers on mobile, desktop, and connected TV -Be able to self-direct a show through OBS Studio
Set up and coordinate guests for in-studio or remote appearances
Plan content for each day -Keep up to date with local, state, national, and world news
Write, edits stories for the web and other digital platforms/channels

Requirements & Skills:

Bachelor’s degree in Broadcast Journalism, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience
Excellent communication skills, both oral and written, with the ability to ad lib when required
Proficiency in OBS Studio and Adobe Creative Cloud, with live TV production knowledge
Portfolio of live, published web samples and/or print work
Strong interest in local news, sports, storytelling, and growing digital audiences
Excellent editorial judgment, communication, and problem-solving skills
Familiarity with SEO and social media content strategies

NON-UNION FULL-TIME HOURLY

Compensation:

$15 to $17 per hour - commensurate with applicant's experience and skill level

Benefits: Our comprehensive benefits package 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.

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