NewsNation DC Bureau​/Field Producer; Washington, DC

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

• 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 news gathering
• Promotes teamwork and maintains attitude of cooperation with all network personnel
• Operate newsroom computer systems

Salary Range: $75,000 - $85,000 commensurate with experience

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.