News Producer

Sinclair Broadcast Group; Beaumont (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Sinclair Broadcast Group in Beaumont, TX is seeking a News Producer to handle day-to-day production of our newscasts. You will work closely with Executive Producer, Director, Assignment Desk and Anchors to shape content and flow, write stories, and develop content for our website and social media.

The ideal candidate has solid news judgment, strong writing, ability to multitask under deadlines, leadership and communication skills, and proficiency with non-linear video editing.

Qualifications

• Must have some previous news producing experience at a commercial TV station.
• Journalism degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Produce day-to-day newscasts and control content flow.
• Collaborate with Executive Producer, Director, Assignment Desk and Anchors.
• Write stories and develop content for website and social media.
• Ensure engaging, accurate and timely on-air delivery.

Skills

News judgment

Strong writing

Multitasking

Deadline-driven

Education

Journalism degree

Tools

Non-linear video editing

Job description

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 and socal media platforms.

The ideal candidate will have:

• Solid news judgment
• Be a compelling and accurate writer
• Be able to multitask and manage time in order to put together an exciting and informative newscast
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and deadline driven environment
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• The ability to execute news strategies and goals in daily newscasts
• Flexibility and on-the-spot problem solving abilities are a must
• Proficient with non-linear video editing

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

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.