• The Hill Writer / Producer (Washington, DC)

    Nexstar Media Group (Washington, DC)


    The Hill, a division of Nexstar Media Group, is seeking a Writer / Producer to assist with the production of The Hill’s daily flagship opinion show, Rising, focused on politics.

     

    The Writer / Producer will report to the Sr Executive Producer of The Hill’s daily news programming and will assist with news gathering and daily production for respective program. Tasks include researching segments, searching for and gathering B-roll, assisting with graphics, prompter, guest prep, scripting, editing, and social media promotion.

    As a Writer / Producer, you will:

    • Play a role in the production of our daily political opinion and analysis

    • Partner closely with Senior Producer, segment producers, editors, graphic artists, and on-air talent

    • Research and pitch segment topics and guests

    • Write and Produce segments for the show

    • Assist with bookings, and any other production needs.

    Qualified applicants, at a minimum, have:

    • Bachelor’s degree and experience in news, opinion and politics

    • Minimum 1-2 years’ experience.

    • Broadcast Studio, control room, YouTube, editing and field production knowledge

    • Knowledge of Adobe Premiere, Adobe Photoshop, and Adobe After Effects.

    • Attention to detail.

    • Strong writing skills

    • Able to work both independently and as a team player.

    • Journalism skills

     

    Salary Range: $59,000 - $63,000 commensurate with 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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    Nexstar Media Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: NXST) is a leading diversified media company that produces and distributes engaging local and national news, sports and entertainment content across its television and digital platforms, including more than 310,000 hours of programming produced annually by its business units. Nexstar owns America’s largest local television broadcasting group comprised of top network affiliates, with 200 owned or partner stations in 116 U.S. markets reaching 220 million people. Nexstar’s national television properties include The CW, America’s fifth major broadcast network, NewsNation, our national news network providing “News for All America,” popular entertainment multicast networks Antenna TV and Rewind TV, and a 31.3% ownership stake in TV Food Network. The Company’s portfolio of digital assets, including its local TV station websites, The Hill and NewsNationNow.com, are collectively a Top 10 U.S. digital news and information property. For more information, please visit nexstar.tv.

     

    EEO Statement: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.