Producer à Grande-Bretagne

About Us

WHEC-TV, News10NBC, strives to create a community of acceptance and inclusion, built on a strong foundation of transparency, integrity and creativity. We are committed to delivering important Enterprise stories in addition to In-Depth and Investigative reporting every day. We consistently challenge ourselves to improve user experiences in our broadcast, digital and social media platforms. As a Hubbard Rochester, NY employee, you are surrounded by opportunities for growth while working with some of the very best talent in the industry. Our mission is to inform, educate and entertain as we engage and strengthen our community and create value for all stakeholders. At News10NBC, we value you and everything that makes you uniquely you.

Responsible for writing newscasts and production of the broadcast.

• Constructs and plans a daily newscast by organizing, writing, selecting, and making creative decisions for assigned live newscast, using criteria established by management. Makes decisions about stories to be included, how long they should be, the form of the story (i.e. voice over, live remote, reporter package, etc.), and in what order they should run. Writes and rewrites stories as needed. Plans for contingencies.
• Makes sure all aspects of the newscast are complete before the newscast airs. Plans ahead and meets deadlines so newscasts can run smoothly for all involved. Important aspects include completed scripts, graphic information, video lists, all necessary script times, and key information. Enters information for story choices and stories into the newsroom computer system. Notifies proper people of any changes or special situations that may come up in a timely manner (i.e. breaking news, live shots).
• Writes and posts stories to website and other media platforms. Posts to social media. Frequently updates online stories.
• Edits videotape for broadcast as needed.
• Communicates frequently throughout the shift and works collaboratively with others in the newsroom including reporters, anchors, photographers, assignment desk staff, creative services and other producers about the newscast and any changes being made. Relays story and newscast instructions and information throughout the day via telephones, e-mails or other ways available. Assigns reporters and photographers as needed. Motivates staff before and during newscast.
• Responds and works well in a crisis and during breaking news. Handles last minute and unexpected changes. Communicates quickly and clearly to necessary staff and talent.
• Writes clear, accurate and interesting stories. Ensures that any visuals shown are relevant, appropriate and impactful. Breaks down complicated and involved stories so that they are easy to understand.
• Makes decisions about the timing of a live newscast as it is being broadcast. The Producer watches the live newscast from a designated control room. Communicates changes to director, technical director, audio operator, graphics person, master control operator, and anchors. Decisions about the live newscast are immediate and communications must be relayed clearly and timely.
• Completes post-show paperwork and tasks including the technical trouble report and archiving.
• Attends editorial and strategic meetings. Comes prepared to meetings and interacts professionally with others. Contributes story ideas on a daily basis.
• Has a passion for news and is knowledgeable of local, national and world events. Has a handle on what is going on in the community.
• Consults with news director and/or executive producer on difficult editorial issues.
• Works established schedule. Work hours may include overnights, early mornings, days, evenings, weekends, and holidays. Fills in for others and other positions if needed.

• Experience producing a local television newscast preferred.
• Ability to read, write and speak English well.
• Able to work with others as part of a team.
• Excellent organization and writing skills including grammar and spelling.
• Understands when to take charge of situations when it is warranted and exhibits leadership skills when communicating with others.
• Four-year Bachelor of Arts degree in journalism or communications preferred or equivalent experience.
• Ability to work well under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Must be able to work all work shifts including overnights, weekends, early mornings, days, evenings, and holidays.

When extending an offer, the company considers a variety of factors such as (but not limited to) the candidate's work experience, education/training & key skills as well as internal peer equity and other market and business considerations.
The hourly rate of pay for this position is $19.00 per hour to $22.00 per hour. This is a full-time (40 hour a week) position.
For information regarding our benefits, please copy the link below and paste in your browser:
https://hubbardbroadcasting.com/our-company/working-here/

We are an equal opportunity employer, including disability/vets.

Hubbard Broadcasting has been committed to representing the communities we serve since our founding over 100 years ago. The same holds true today. We know the best way to accomplish this is by recruiting and retaining top talent from diverse cultures, life experiences, and world views. With dignity and respect, we value YOU and everything that makes YOU uniquely YOU.