Segment Producer, Cuomo

Job Description

NewsNation is looking for a segment producer to join the team producing the new primetime anchored by Chris Cuomo. The NewsNation Segment Producer is responsible for contributing story ideas, writing stories and segments, compiling elements to support those stories, and organizing them within an energetic and memorable broadcast. The segment producer will work with the Executive Producer, Senior Supervising Producer, Line Producer and anchor to create content, and deliver dynamic reporting and information. The position is based at the network's studios in New York City.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Assists in writing and production of broadcast segments

Contributes to the editorial process and makes solid decisions in breaking news situations

Assist in preparing and executing live, compelling television newscasts.

Fill in as line producer as needed

Executes strategies that engage and grow audiences across all digital devices

Writes, produces and edits material that appeals to target audiences

Research production topics using the internet, video archives, and other information sources

Requirements & Skills:

Five or more years' experience in national or major-market news

BA/BS degree or equivalent degree in journalism or related field.

Strong writing skills required.

Ability to create dynamic graphic and video elements

Must be self-directing, self-motivating and able to work will with a diverse group of people.

Interact well with on-air talent, news managers, videographers, production, digital and engineering staff

Detail-oriented

Excellent verbal, written, grammar and analytical skills

Exhibit strong news judgment

Handle stress, including short deadlines.

Work at a computer for extended periods of time.

Must be able to work assigned shifts and be on call during overnights, mornings, and weekends/holidays

Perform other tasks as assigned by news management.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-g32wzn-3-149-27-202-42 in your application.