NewsNation Production Manager

Key Responsibilities

• Lead workforce planning, scheduling and staffing for Chicago operations.
• Help oversee the day-to-day technical aspects of production, from remote signal acquisition through to transmission, and serve as a liaison between NewsNation Operations, Engineering, and News Production groups and network studio facilities in Chicago, New York, and Washington DC to coordinate staffing, resources, and operational support including special projects, and breaking news coverage.
• Serve as the primary management presence on weekends, resolving operational and staffing issues as they arise.
• Collaborate with Nexstar corporate & NewsNation Operations and Engineering teams to verify/ensure technical requirements of the control room automation, equipment, and studios are met, including maintaining their functionality and professional appearance.
• May work with news production & guest booking personnel in readying live shot transmissions for air and in studio appearances, monitoring live shot activity related to show assignment including live guest transmissions.
• Make staffing decisions based on operational needs, employee capabilities, and development opportunities that align with company policies and applicable union agreements.
• Aid in improving scheduling systems, workforce tools, reporting, and operational workflows.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in network television, live production, or broadcast operations.
• Strong understanding of studio, control room, and production workflows.
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to remain calm and effective in a fast-paced live-news environment.
• Experience with scheduling systems, workforce planning, or process improvement preferred.
• Experience working in a union environment is strongly preferred.
• Bachelor's degree preferred.

Pay

Salary Range: $130,000 – $150,000 yearly -site

About NewsNation

NewsNation is a national cable news network delivering fact-based news coverage to viewers across the United States. With operations in Chicago, New York, Washington, DC, and bureaus nationwide, NewsNation supports a 24/7 news operation focused on live programming, breaking news, and special event coverage.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees including, 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.