NewsNation is looking for a temporary Washington, DC bureau producer who will be charged with helping to coordinate daily coverage of the federal government, including the White House and Congress, as well as general news in the region and elsewhere. The producer will partner with network correspondents to provide coverage across platforms for NewsNation. The position is temporary and expected to last through June. The position is based at our Washington, DC bureau.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Be able to conduct accurate, timely, and well-sourced research
Be able to come up with timely, and unique story and guest ideas
Be able to fully report stories emanating from briefings, new conferences, events, and statements
Demonstrated ability to tailor reporting and storytelling to help explain complex topics to audiences on broadcast and digital platforms
Demonstrated ability to organize field shoots, interviews, and live shots managing planning and logistics for the field team
Be able to gather elements from affiliates, agencies, social media, etc.
Be able to help build out live hits, segments, and packages including well-written broadcast scripts
Be an effective conduit between the field team, the show team, and the assignment desk clearly communicating needs and expectations
Be proactive about solving problems efficiently and effectively
Cultivate sources which help cover up to the minute developments and break news from both houses of Congress
Assist bureau management in daily and long-term scheduling of personnel and editorial planning
Requirements & Skills:
Bachelor's degree in Communication/Journalism or related degree required
At least five years broadcast or digital production experience
Background in reporting, research and writing
Must be willing to work overtime, nights, holidays, and weekends, often with short notice
Must be willing to work in Washington, DC but travel as needed domestically and international
Understand importance of social media and social newsgathering
Promotes teamwork and maintains attitude of cooperation with all network personnel
Operate newsroom computer systems
Compensation Range: $35-$38 per hour based upon experience
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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