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Nexstar

Owns and operates numerous U.S. stations

Digital Desk Producer

Broadcast JournalismPosted on Oct 22

Full-timeSan Diego, CA, USA$28.85 /hr

About the Job

Requirements

A minimum of 3 years of experience in a newsroom in a top 50 market.
Experience with digital content production, including writing, video editing, and producing, is preferred.
Familiarity with the San Diego region is a plus.
Understanding of multiplatform news strategies and audience engagement trends.
Strong editorial judgment and the ability to identify compelling, audience-focused stories.
Knowledge of OBS, vMix, or similar streaming tools.
Outstanding verbal and written communication skills.
Willingness to work flexible hours, including weekends, holidays, and overnights as needed.

Responsibilities

Organize and assign stories for broadcast, digital platforms, and the streaming app.
Coordinate and dispatch field crews to breaking and scheduled news events.
Monitor scanners, wires, news releases, emails, and social media for story leads.
Pitch, write, set up, and produce original content and recurring segments for the streaming app.
Plan and produce live or recorded digital-exclusive content, including interviews, explainers, and behind-the-scenes segments.
Guide the newsroom on best practices for live and recorded content for the streaming app, and for publishing app content to the website and social media.
Guide the newsroom on best practices for using streaming software.
Assist with development, planning, and follow-up of news stories across all platforms.
Keep the newsroom informed of breaking news and developing stories throughout the day.
Communicate with Nexstar affiliates, FOX News Edge, and content partners for story sharing and collaboration.
Develop brand-aligned content to maximize engagement across platforms.
Answer phones, vet story tips, and maintain daily news logs.

Desired Qualifications

A Bachelor's degree in Journalism, Communications, or a related field is preferred.

ROLE: Individual will coordinate daily news coverage for broadcast, digital platforms, and the station’s new streaming app. The ideal candidate will balance traditional assignment desk duties with content creation, producing digital-only segments and shows, and helping shape the station’s streaming presence in alignment with the FOX 5/KUSI brand.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Organize and assign stories for broadcast, digital platforms, and streaming app
Coordinate and dispatch field crews to breaking and scheduled news events
Monitor scanners, wires, news releases, emails, and social media for story leads
Pitch, write, set up and produce original content and recurring segments for streaming app
Plan and produce live or recorded digital-exclusive content (e.g., interviews, explainers, behind-the-scenes)
Guide the newsroom on the best practices for live and recorded content for our streaming app, and the publishing of app content to our website and social media
Guide the newsroom on best practices for the use of streaming software
Assist with development, planning, and follow-up of news stories for all platforms
Keep the newsroom informed of breaking news and developing stories throughout the day
Communicate with Nexstar affiliates, FOX News Edge, and content partners for story sharing and collaboration
Develop compelling, brand-aligned content to maximize engagement on all platforms
Answer phones, vet story tips, and maintain daily news logs
Perform other duties as assigned
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Journalism, Communications, or related field preferred
- Minimum 3 years experience in a top 50 market newsroom
- Experience with digital content production (writing, video editing, producing) preferred
- Familiarity with the San Diego region is a plus
- Understanding of multi-platform news strategies, audience engagement trends
REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS:
- Strong editorial judgment and ability to identify compelling, audience-focused stories
- Excellent organizational and multitasking skills
- Ability to make quick decisions and remain calm under pressure
- Must be comfortable taking a leadership role while collaborating across teams
- Must be knowledgeable about OBS/VMix or similar streaming tools
- Outstanding verbal and written communication skills
- Must be flexible and able to adapt to a fast-paced, evolving news environment
- Must be willing to work flexible hours, including weekends, holidays, and overnights as needed
- Compensation starting at $28.85/hr commensurate with experience and skill level.
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About the Company

Nexstar

Owns and operates numerous U.S. stations

Nexstar operates the largest portfolio of local TV stations in the United States, owning 197 stations that air in many markets and are affiliated with major networks. It earns revenue from selling advertising time and from retransmission fees paid by cable and satellite providers that carry its signals. Beyond traditional TV, it owns digital media properties and runs NewsNation, as well as The Hill, expanding its reach online. Its goal is to provide broad access to news and entertainment across local markets while growing its digital footprint and maintaining steady revenue from advertising and distribution fees.

Company size: 1,001-5,000
Company stage: IPO
Headquarters: Irving, TX
Founded: 1996

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