The Hill, a division of Nexstar Media Group, is seeking a Senior Digital Producer to assist with the production of long and short form video programming focused on politics and culture. The senior digital producer will be a primary point of contact helping to drive and oversee the outlet’s YouTube channel. The producer will also support live video programming serving as a backup control room producer.
Duties & Responsibilities:
• Produce and edit videos in collaboration with video team members primarily for YouTube
• Assist with integration of new content tools
• Drive synergy between The Hill, NewsNation, Nexstar DC Bureau
• Pitch and assist in developing new online content
• Assist in the analysis of data and metrics to track performance and identify areas for improvement
• Stay current on YouTube platform developments, trends, and training
• Serve as a control room producer for live programming as needed
• Perform other duties as assigned by news management
Requirements & Skills:
• Must have significant experience producing for broadcast and digital in national newsroom or top market
• Strong news judgement
• Understanding of official Washington and national politics
• Quick decision maker and creative thinker
• Bachelor’s degree in journalism, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
• Excellent broadcast writing skills
• Superior video editing skills
• Superior copy-editing skills are also a must
• Must also be capable of interacting positively and productively with other employees all while understanding you are leading by example
• Knowledge and familiarity with newsroom technologies including Adobe Premiere, ENPS
• Ability to adapt to change, meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
• Flexibility to work different shifts
Salary Range: $80,000 – $90,000
Benefits: Our comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees 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. Part time employees are eligible for 401(k) and any local/state leave plans. Union positions are subject to the benefits outlined in their Collective Bargaining Agreement.
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