Chicago, IL, 60684, USA
107 days ago
Editor, Digital Content
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 Copy Editor is an integral part of the editorial process. This person is a strong journalist, using their expertise to ensure excellence in content created for all of NewsNation’s digital platforms. This person needs to be able to excel both at breaking news and in-depth storytelling and will need to be able to edit a wide variety of story content. Position Description + Proofreading and line-editing stories, newsletters and other content + Writing accurate and SEO-friendly headlines + Maintaining NewsNation and AP style + Monitoring the front of the site and app regularly + Clear communication and prioritization + Working with managers to coach writing best practices + Checking meta descriptions & alternative headlines (social, etc.) + Reviewing for violations of NewsNation brand (tone, approach, etc.) + Help maintain and update the NewsNation style book + This position may include mornings, evenings and/or weekends Qualifications + 2+ years working with digital media + Experience local or national newsrooms (broadcast, print or digital) + Quick decision maker and creative thinker + Strong news judgement and ability to determine prioritization of stories + Excellent communicator, both oral written Nexstar Media Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: NXST) is a leading diversified media company that produces and distributes engaging local and national news, sports and entertainment content across television, streaming and digital platforms, including nearly 300,000 hours of original video content each year. Nexstar owns America’s largest local broadcasting group comprised of top network affiliates, with 200 owned or partner stations in 116 U.S. markets reaching 212 million people. Nexstar’s national television properties include The CW, America’s fifth major broadcast network, NewsNation, America’s fastest-growing national news and entertainment cable network reaching 70 million television homes, popular entertainment multicast networks Antenna TV and Rewind TV, and a 31.3% ownership stake in TV Food Network. The Company’s portfolio of digital assets, including The Hill and BestReviews, are collectively a Top 10 U.S. digital news and information property. In addition to delivering exceptional content and service to our communities, Nexstar provides premium multiplatform and video-on-demand advertising opportunities at scale for businesses and brands seeking to leverage the strong consumer engagement of our compelling content offering. For more information, please visit Nexstar.tv. EEO Statement: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
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