News Producer

Sinclair Inc.; Axtell (NE); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Sinclair Inc. is seeking a creative News Producer for its Axtell, Nebraska location. The successful candidate will oversee the daily production of newscasts, collaborating with management and on-air teams to determine content and flow. Exceptional writing skills, multitasking ability, and previous news producing experience at a commercial TV station are preferred. A journalism degree is a plus. Sinclair is an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusivity.

Qualifications

• Solid news judgment required.
• Compelling and accurate writing ability essential.
• Experience with fast-paced, deadline-driven environments needed.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the production of newscasts.
• Work with on-air staff to determine content.
• Write stories and develop web content.

Skills

News judgment

Compelling writing

Multitasking

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Non-linear editing (Avid)

iNews

Education

Journalism degree

Job description

Overview

KHGI has an immediate opening for a creative News Producer! In this role, you will be responsible for the day-to-day production of our newscasts. This position will also work closely with the Executive Producer, Director, Assignment Desk and Anchors on the newscast and its content. In this position you will determine the content and flow of newscasts, work with management and on-air staff to generate and write stories and develop content for our web site.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the day-to-day production of our newscasts.
• Determine the content and flow of newscasts in collaboration with management and on-air staff.
• Work with the Executive Producer, Director, Assignment Desk and Anchors on the newscast and its content.
• Generate and write stories and develop content for the website.

Qualifications

• Solid news judgment
• Compelling and accurate writer
• Ability to multitask and manage time to put together an exciting and informative newscast
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and deadline-driven environment
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Ability to execute news strategies and goals in daily newscasts
• Flexibility and on-the-spot problem solving abilities
• Proficient with non-linear editing (i.e. Avid) and newsroom systems, such as iNews

Experience

• Must have at least some previous news producing experience at a commercial TV station, although the right entry-level candidate may be considered
• A journalism degree is preferred

EOE 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.