Senior Producer, Originals & Podcast
Nexstar Media Group, Inc.About the role
We are looking for a hands-on creator to lead the production of our new original content slate, including podcasts, vodcasts, and digital-first video series. You won't just be managing files, you will be scripting, shooting, editing, and packaging stories that drive retention and revenue.
Key Responsibilities
- End-to-End Production: Oversee the entire workflow for podcasts and original video series—from booking guests and scripting to recording and final edit. Comfort on camera is a bonus.
- The Podcast Model: Ensure all video and long-form content is produced simultaneously for audio. You understand that a podcast is no longer just audio, it is a multi-platform asset.
- Show Running: Manage production calendars, coordinate talent/guests, and ensure all deliverables hit deadlines for launch.
- Growth Optimization: Collaborate with the Audience team to ensure all content is optimized for SEO, discoverability, and social cutting (Shorts/Reels) before it is published.
- Technical Execution: Serve as the primary editor for high-priority projects and manage junior editors or freelancers when needed.
- Swiss-Army-Knife: Ready in a pinch to assist the newsroom when needed with daily tasks.
What You Bring
- Hybrid Skills: 5+ years of experience in both audio and video production. You can cut a compelling audio story and color-correct a video file.
- Newsroom Fluency: You understand editorial standards and how to move at the speed of news, even when working on long-form content.
- Platform Savvy: You know the difference between a YouTube thumbnail and a Spotify show tile, and why it matters.
- Project Management: Proven ability to manage multiple series simultaneously without missing a publish date.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience launching a new podcast or video franchise from scratch.
- Familiarity with remote recording tools and editing workflows
- Experience producing content for CTV environments.
- Platform expertise: YouTube, Spotify, and general Social Media management.
Salary Range: $80,000 - $90,000
Benefits: 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.
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