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Full Time Job

Producer / Writer

Nexstar

Los Angeles, CA 05-20-2022
 
  • Paid
  • Full Time
  • Mid (2-5 years) Experience
Job Description
To write news stories and occasionally fill-in produce newscasts that air on KTLA.

Responsibilities:
• To write and edit VO's and VOSOT's for broadcast
• Oversee and organize production elements of newscasts.
• Order graphics and generate copy for teases and bumps.
• Work closely with Executive Producers, field crews and Assignment Desk to maximize daily resources and appropriately reflect the news of the day.
• Desktop editing skills required
• Works in the control room during live newscasts and communicates with the production staff and talent.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Qualifications:
• Bachelor's Degree preferred
• Three years of TV news experience preferred
• Candidates must demonstrate a passion for news. This includes reading competitive websites, and following social media daily.
• Suggest story ideas daily
• Familiarity with ENG/dejero operations (dejero/microwave/satl operations)
• Knowledge of Adobe Premiere and Final Cut Pro a plus
• Strong organizational and communication skills needed
• Leadership ability, positive attitude and creativity a must

Compensation - $35/hr+ commensurate with experience and skill level

KTLA will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-d9x85k-18-223-159-195-42 in your application.

Company Profile
Nexstar

Nexstar Media Group is America’s largest local television and media company with 196 full power stations (including partner stations) in 114 markets addressing nearly 63% of US television households and a growing digital media operation.