Director, Editorial Programming

Nexstar Media Group, Inc.

. Build comprehensive, bipartisan, researched content plans with top-tier speaker and moderator suggestions .

Posted 9/21/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesLead💰 $135,000 - $165,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in live events and media production, with a strong focus on bipartisan content creation and high-level guest booking. Proven leadership and project management capabilities in fast-paced environments, fostering collaboration across editorial and marketing teams.

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Live Events ManagementHigh-Level Guest BookingBipartisan Content DevelopmentLeadership and MentoringProject Management

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Hard Skills

Event ProgrammingContent PlanningAudience Invitation CopywritingProgram Flow OversightSpeaker Coordination

Soft Skills

Exceptional CommunicationLeadershipCollaborationCoachingAdaptability

Tools & Technologies

Event Marketing PlatformsMedia Production ToolsScheduling Software

Industry Keywords

National PoliticsMedia LandscapesBipartisan ReportingPolicy AdvocacyEditorial Operations

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Build comprehensive, bipartisan, researched content plans with top-tier speaker and moderator suggestions
Collaborate with the newsroom as needed
Cultivate, prepare, coach, and train internal and external moderators
Design engaging program timing and agendas, introducing fresh and innovative formats
Act as the primary senior guest booker for The Hill’s Summits calendar
Maintain relationships with communications and scheduling teams and connect editorial leadership with key figures
Lead the editorial operations of the Manager, Editorial Programming
Foster partnerships with editorial leadership and senior staff bookers
Collaborate with the Video & Social Team to distribute event content to various audiences
Partner with event marketing to maintain accurate and timely event websites
Write audience invitation copy highlighting key topics and speakers
Oversee live main stage program flow, including segment timing, VIP speaker handling, and direction of the Production Manager

Requirements

What you’ll need

10+ years of experience in live events, media production, journalism, high-level guest booking, or policy/advocacy event programming
Proven ability to maintain and leverage an established rolodex of high-profile political, corporate, and media figures
Deep understanding of national politics, policy, and media landscapes
Strict commitment to balanced, bipartisan reporting
Exceptional leadership, communication, and project management skills
Prior experience mentoring junior editorial staff
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-visibility media environment while balancing multiple complex event timelines

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical insurance with multiple plan options
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Paid time off
401(k) with company matching contributions
Paid parental leave
Life insurance
Additional comprehensive benefits
Part-time employees are eligible for 401(k) and applicable local/state leave plans
Union positions are subject to benefits outlined in their Collective Bargaining Agreement