NewsNation Social Media Producer

About the role

NewsNation is seeking a social media producer who is passionate about the news and looking to tell stories that resonate with audiences in the rapidly-evolving world of digital media.

Responsibilities

• Pitch, develop and produce social media content
• Manage NewsNation's YouTube channel and social channels, reaching millions of followers
• Develop multimedia storytelling in collaboration with editors, writers and reporters
• Use analytics to evaluate content performance and suggest improvements to tactics
• Use AI and emerging technologies to produce content and engage with audiences
• Keep up to date on the latest trends and emerging stories to share with the larger team
• Train staff members on social media best practices, use of social tools and other tactics

Qualifications

• Experience creating social content ranging from graphics to video for large brands or media outlets
• Expertise with YouTube, including thumbnail and title best practices preferred
• Strong writing skills and ability to maintain a consistent brand voice
• Good editorial judgement in content selection and adaptation based on the platform
• Ability to quickly edit video and photos in high-pressure situations
• Knowledge of data and analytics and demonstrated ability to use that data to make decisions
• Good communicator who can work collaboratively
• Experience using Adobe Suite, including Premier and Photoshop, preferred
• Journalism or news background preferred but not required
• Experience producing for or directing on-camera talent a plus

Pay

$60,000 - $65,000

Schedule

On-site in our Chicago or New York locations. Early morning, late night and/or weekend shifts may be required.

Benefits

• Medical (with multiple plan options)
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Paid time off
• 401(k) with company matching contributions
• Paid Parental leave
• Life insurance