News Producer
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At a glance
Job overview
Sinclair Broadcast Group is hiring a News Producer. The News Producer will oversee daily newscast production, collaborating with the Executive Producer, Director, Assignment Desk, and anchors to shape content and flow. They will generate and write stories, develop web content, and ensure a compelling, accurate, and timely broadcast for the station.
Key focus areas include Determine content and flow of newscasts, Generate and write stories with management and on‑air staff, and Develop content for the station’s website.
Successful candidates bring Previous News Producing Experience At Commercial TV Station and Journalism Degree. Important skills include News Judgment, Compelling And Accurate Writing, Multitask, Time Management, Work In Fast-Paced And Deadline Driven Environment, and Strong Leadership. Preferred (not required): Solid News Judgment, Compelling Writer, Fast‑Paced Deadline Driven, and Execute News Strategies.
Skills & qualifications
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Full job description
WCYB/WEMT has an immediate opening for a creative News Producer! In this role, you will be responsible for the day-to-day production of our newscasts. This position will also work closely with the Executive Producer, Director, Assignment Desk and Anchors on the newscast and its content. In this position you will determine the content and flow of newscasts, work with management and on-air staff to generate and write stories and develop content for our web site.
The ideal candidate will have:
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Solid news judgment
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Be a compelling and accurate writer
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Be able to multitask and manage time in order to put together an exciting and informative newscast
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Ability to work in a fast-paced and deadline driven environment
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Strong leadership and communication skills
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The ability to execute news strategies and goals in daily newscasts
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Flexibility and on-the-spot problem solving abilities are a must
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Proficient with non-linear editing (i.e. Avid) and newsroom systems, such as iNews
Experience:
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Must have at least some previous news producing experience at a commercial TV station, although the right entry-level candidate may be considered
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A journalism degree is preferred
EEO AND INCLUSIVITY:
Sinclair is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and a drug free workplace. Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by virtue of an applicant's or employee's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
The hourly compensation range for this role is $19.00 to $23.08. Final compensation for this role will be determined by various factors such as a candidate’s relevant work experience, skills, certifications, and geographic location. Full time positions are eligible for benefits that include participation in a retirement plan, life and disability insurance, health, dental and vision plans, flexible spending accounts, sick leave, vacation time, personal time, parental leave and employee stock purchase plan.
Sinclair, Inc. (Nasdaq: SBGI) is a diversified media company and a leading provider of local news and sports. The Company owns, operates, and/or provides services to 178 television stations in 81 markets affiliated with all major broadcast networks; owns Tennis Channel, the premium destination for tennis enthusiasts; multicast networks CHARGE, Comet, ROAR, and The Nest. Sinclair’s AMP Media produces a growing portfolio of digital content and original podcasts. Additional information about Sinclair can be found at www.sbgi.net.
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