Field Producer- NewsNation DC

NewsNation is looking for a 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 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 Salary Range: $80,000.00 - $85,000.00 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. #LI-Onsite SCAM ALERT: Please be aware candidates may be at risk of being targeted by scammers seeking personal data or money. Recruiters with Nexstar Media Group and its local stations will only contact you through official job boards, LinkedIn, or email with Nexstar.tv domain or official station email addresses (example:@wreg.com). Be cautious of any outreach claiming to be from Nexstar or its recruiters via any other messaging platforms or personal email addresses. We will not contact you using a @gmail email address. If you are unsure about the authenticity of a job inquiry or offer, email us at corporaterecruiters@nexstar.tv .