Nexstar Media Group, Inc.

News Producer

NM, Albuquerque Full time

KRQE Media Group in Albuquerque is looking for a News Producer to join our energetic and fast-paced newsroom. In this role, you’ll take the lead in shaping our overnight newscasts — from crafting story flow and writing engaging teases to timing live broadcasts and coordinating with the entire news team. The ideal candidate is a collaborative team player who thrives under deadline pressure, brings strong organizational skills, and has a keen eye for detail.

  • Produces newscasts for broadcast across all platforms

  • Writes and orders news stories

  • Approves scripts

  • Balances news and feature content to create compelling broadcasts

  • Edits video

  • Writes stories for the website and other eMedia platforms

  • Interacts with viewers and users on social media sites

  • Performs other duties as assigned


 

Requirements & Skills:

  • Journalism degree, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience

  • Fluency in English

  • Excellent communication skills, both oral and written

  • Minimum two years’ experience in news operations

  • Proficiency with computers, telephones, copiers, scanners, fax machines and other office equipment

  • Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously

  • Must be flexible to work the overnight shift, weekends, and holidays as needed


 

​​ If you’re passionate about producing compelling newscasts and want to grow with an experienced, innovative team — we’d love to hear from you!