Associate Producer

Sinclair Inc.; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Sinclair seeks an Associate Producer to fill in for both the News Producer and the Assignment Desk Editor as needed. The ideal candidate has strong writing and news judgment, and experience editing compelling video and sound in a fast-paced newsroom.

The position requires a 4-year degree in Journalism or Mass Communications, familiarity with Avid editing is a plus, and willingness to work all shifts including weekdays, evenings, overnights, weekends, and some holidays.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Journalism or Mass Communications is required.
• Strong writing and news judgment are essential.
• Experience producing or editing for television is preferred.
• ability to work well in a fast-paced newsroom environment.

Responsibilities

• Writing copy for newscasts
• Editing video for newscasts
• Posting stories online and to social media
• Operating teleprompter during newscasts
• Assisting Producers with finding stories
• Assisting with other editorial duties as assigned

Skills

Strong writing

News judgment

Fast-paced environment

Education

Bachelor's degree in Journalism or Mass Communications

Tools

Avid editing

Job description

WSYX/WTTE is seeking an Associate Producer who will fill in for both the News Producer and the Assignment Desk Editor as needed. The candidate must have strong writing and news judgment skills and have experience editing compelling video and sound. Working well in a fast-paced environment is essential. This position requires education in journalism or mass communications with previous television experience. Non-linear video editing is a plus, as is control room experience.

Responsibilities:

• Writing copy for newscasts
• Editing video for newscasts
• Posting stories online and to social media
• Operating teleprompter during newscasts
• Assisting Producers with finding stories
• Assisting with other editorial duties as assigned

Required Skills and Experience:

• The ability to work well in a fast-paced environment
• The ability to write quality broadcast news copy under tight deadlines
• You must have strong writing and news judgment skills
• Experience with Avid editing software a plus
• A 4-year degree in Journalism or Mass Communications
• Available to work all shifts including weekdays, evenings, overnight, weekends, and some holidays

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.