NewsNation Associate Editor

News Nation is looking for an Associate Assignment Editor to join the network's news gathering team and work on the national assignment desk from our offices in Chicago. The early-career position is an opportunity to have hands‑on role assisting in covering national, international, and political stories from across the United States and around the world.

• Research stories, conduct outreach to sources to verify information and report out stories.
• Gather editorial information and elements to best tell stories including video, audio, and pictures.
• Maintain direct contact with field teams to offer support, request and confirm live hits.
• Monitor social media and clear user generated content.
• Monitor competitive broadcasts, cable and digital platforms.
• Occasionally coordinate booking of transmission facilities and satellite space for live/tape feeds.
• Utilize various file sharing platforms to gather video.
• Follow and communicate Rights and Clearances restrictions.
• Assist in compiling editorial and logistics notes used by the news gathering and show teams.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor's degree in journalism, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work‑related experience.
• One to two years of television production or multiplatform production experience including internships.
• Must be willing to work extended or modified shifts as news developments warrant.
• Flexibility to adjust schedule and assignments as network’s needs evolve.
• Must also be willing to weekdays and holidays as needed.
• Strong writing, organizational, and people skills are vital.
• Attention to detail is key.
• The successful candidate will be a self‑starter with excellent communication skills who brings lots of ideas to the table.

$37,500 to $45,000 annually

Our comprehensive benefits package for full‑time employees includes, but not limitedto, 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 tothe benefits outlined in their Collective Bargaining Agreement.

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. For more information, please visit nexstar.tv.

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.