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Louisiana First News in Baton Rouge is looking for a motivated, creative, and detail-oriented News Producer to join our growing team. Whether you’re an experienced producer ready to take the next step in your career or an entry-level journalist eager to learn and grow, this is your chance to be part of a newsroom that values storytelling, innovation, and community connection.

At Louisiana First News, we put Louisiana first — covering stories that impact our viewers, from breaking news and politics to weather, culture, and community events. Our producers play a key role in shaping how we inform and engage Baton Rouge and beyond.

What You’ll Do:

+ Produce engaging, visually compelling newscasts that connect with viewers on air and online

+ Collaborate with anchors, reporters, and photographers to craft clear and impactful storytelling

+ Make fast, smart editorial decisions during breaking news situations

+ Write and edit scripts with accuracy and creativity

+ Use graphics, video, and live elements to enhance viewer engagement

+ Contribute story ideas and participate in editorial meetings

+ Learn from and collaborate with experienced newsroom leaders who will help you grow your producing skills

Qualifications:

+ Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Communications, or a related field (or equivalent experience)

+ Strong writing, organizational, and communication skills

+ Ability to multitask and perform under pressure

+ Newsroom experience is a plus — but we’re willing to train the right candidate who has the passion and drive to succeed

+ Familiarity with ENPS, iNews, or similar newsroom software is helpful

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.