Multimedia News Producer – Breaking News & Digital

Gray Media, Inc.

Saginaw (MI)

Hybrid

USD 50,000 - 70,000

Full time

5 hours ago

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Job summary

WNEM-TV/Gray Media is seeking a Producer to create, coordinate, and write content for broadcast, web, digital, and social media. You will contribute story ideas and ensure high quality coverage across platforms.

The role requires solid news judgment, a strong grasp of broadcast and online journalism, and the ability to manage daily newsroom flow, prep interviews, and coordinate breaking news in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Broadcast Journalism, Communications, or a related field, or equivalent training and/or experience.
At least two years working in broadcast media and Social Media.
Experience using a content management system (CMS) is a plus.
Strong editorial skills and working knowledge of AP and Broadcast Style also preferred.

Responsibilities

Write scripts for broadcast, web, and social media; contribute story ideas, participate in editorial meetings, and collaborate with the news team.
Previews news material before airing and/or posting to the web.
Prepares possible interview segments.
Coordinates breaking news and executes newscast in the control room.
Contributes content to web and multimedia efforts.
Monitors news sources and social media to ensure news is being appropriately covered.
Discerning news tips, gathering information, distributing that information to the newsroom, setting up interviews, and answering phones.
Conceptualizes innovative graphic and pre-production elements.
Monitors and works to improve the look and execution of newscasts constantly.