News Producer

News Producer

Strong writing and show production skills are required. Must have strong editorial knowledge and be an active decision maker, including working with Anchors, Reporters, Assignment Editors, Associate Producers, Directors and Managers. Responsible for producing all elements of newscasts-- including leads, stories, teases and breakouts. Experienced in mining social media information and producing elements for broadcast.  Must be an experienced leader in coverage and execution of live and breaking news event coverage.  Perform other duties as appropriate and assigned.

Bachelor’s Degree in Journalism or Communications required.  Five (5) or seven (7) years’ television news experience in medium to major market. Excellent communication skills, solid news judgment and strong writing skills required.  Strong research/data recovery skills.  Must be capable of using news computer systems and be familiar with television and digital production techniques.  Must be capable of working and performing well under deadline pressure.