Senior Digital Producer (Shows)

NewsNation is building a new national media outlet for all Americans. We think there’s an unmet need for news that isn’t tilted toward one side or another. NewsNation focuses on facts, multiple perspectives and respecting all points of view across all 50 states. We’re dedicated to a truly all-platform experience: a national cable channel plus a vibrant digital presence.

The senior digital producer for shows is responsible for making the most of our most important on-air programming. This person collaborates with shows including CUOMO, Banfield, Dan Abrams Live, On Balance with Leland Vittert and Elizabeth Vargas Reports, among others, to take the best journalism and compelling moments and produce them on social media, YouTube, and the NewsNation web site.

This person is a strong journalist, using their expertise to hone in on the newsiest interviews and integrate them into NewsNation’s overall coverage, while also managing any breaking news occurring on shift. This person is also a strong communicator and leader. The senior producer regularly collaborates with on-air show executive producers to make the most of their shows while managing a team of social, video and digital content producers.

This position reports to the Digital News Director and is part of the management team.

The senior show producer works 3 to 11 p.m. Central time on weekdays.

This position will be based in either New York City; Washington, D.C.; or Chicago.

Position Description

Oversee and organize work performed by digital producers and other staff during assigned shift.

Collaborate with broadcast team members to plan and produce the best digital content

Manage daily content plan by identifying and assigning stories and content needs based on the news of the day and trending topics.

Use audience analytics and digital platform data to inform assignments and programming decisions.

Lead breaking news coverage on all digital platforms.

Provide editorial feedback and guidance to staff.

Train and ensure digital staff know how to use and take the most advantage of digital publishing tools and processes that aid in content creation, curation, circulation and distribution.

Provide feedback on big-picture NewsNation digital strategies

Qualifications

5+ years working with digital media including experience with SEO and digital storytelling on social and web

3+ years working in major market or national newsroom (broadcast, print or digital)

Quick decision maker and creative thinker

Strong news judgement and ability to determine when local stories have national appeal

Background in managing reporters a plus

Experience working in a broadcast environment or in a digital-first operation a plus

Excellent communicator, both oral written

Compensation ranges from $100,000-$140,000 + commensurate with experience and skill level.