Live Talk Show Producer

Sinclair Broadcast Group; Cranston, Northern (RI, KY); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Sinclair Broadcast Group's WJAR in Cranston, RI is seeking a producer for a live, daily news-talk program. Gene Off Script requires fast news judgment, strong writing, and the ability to manage guests, timing, and live control room operations.

The ideal candidate will originate segment ideas, book guests, edit video, post stories online, and supervise an associate producer in a fast-paced newsroom environment.

Qualifications

• 4-year degree in Journalism or Mass Communications.
• Strong writing and news judgment required.
• Experience with Avid and Adobe editing is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Working closely with show host and news managers.
• Originating segment and interview ideas.
• Booking guests and researching topics.
• Editing video for the program.
• Posting stories online and to social media.
• Live production and timing in the control room.
• Supervising an associate producer.

Skills

Fast-paced environment

Writing skills

News judgment

Avid editing

Adobe editing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Journalism or Mass Communications

Tools

Avid

Adobe Premiere

Job description

WJAR, Southern New England's News Leader and one of America’s most-watched television stations, has a rare opportunity for a producer of a live, daily news-talk program on television. “Gene Off Script” is hosted by a dynamic anchor covering current events and compelling topics and includes guests and interaction with viewers. The ideal candidate will follow the news closely in Southern New England and nationally, be flexible and work quickly. Previous experience in a newsroom and with a live program are required.

Responsibilities:

• Working closely with show host and news managers
• Originating segment and interview ideas
• Booking guests and researching topics
• Editing video for the program
• Posting stories online and to social media
• Live production and timing in the control room
• Supervising an associate producer

Required Skills and Experience:

• The ability to work well in a fast-paced environment
• You must have strong writing and news judgment skills
• Experience with Avid and Adobe editing software a plus
• A 4-year degree in Journalism or Mass Communications

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.