Digital Content Producer – Weekend Overnights

Purpose

Come be a part of a fast-growing news organization that is making a difference!

News Nation a 24/7 national media outlet for all Americans. We believe in news that shows multiple perspectives and considers every community across all 50 states. We are dedicated to a truly all-platform experience: a national cable channel plus a vibrant digital presence.

This position is for someone who understands news and storytelling, with a passion for serving our viewers and readers with stories that matter to them.

This full-time position will be based in our Chicago newsroom and will include weekend and overnight hours.

• Create stories that maintain our high standards of journalism and differentiate our brand from our competitors
• Create or clip videos that help viewers and readers understand what matters in news stories
• Craft compelling headlines, push alerts and social posts while delivering stories that make a difference
• Edit wire and local network-affiliated content for a national audience to ensure standards for journalistic integrity and production quality are met
• Showcase broadcast segments for publishing across all digital platforms and social media channels
• Utilize SEO best practices

• 2+ years working in news as a digital reporter or producer.
• Strong news judgement and ability to determine when local stories have national appeal
• Experience working with video and social media
• Excellent communicator, both oral and written
• Bachelor’s degree in journalism, advertising or marketing or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience

Salary Range - $60,000 - $70,000

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.