News Producer

BroadBean; Tennessee; On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

WTVC, a Sinclair-owned station in Tennessee, is seeking a Morning News Producer to shape the daily newscasts, determine content flow, and write stories for broadcast and web. You will work with executives, directors, assignment desk, and anchors to craft engaging coverage in a fast-paced newsroom.

The ideal candidate brings solid news judgment, strong writing skills, and the ability to multitask under tight deadlines while guiding a team toward compelling, accurate storytelling.

Qualifications

• Must have at least some previous news producing experience at a commercial TV station.
• A journalism degree is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Determine content and flow of newscasts and write stories for broadcast.
• Develop content for the website and coordinate with the team.
• Collaborate with Executive Producer, Director, Assignment Desk and Anchors.

Skills

Solid news judgment

Compelling and accurate writer

Multitask and time management

Fast-paced and deadline-driven

Leadership and communication

Execute news strategies in daily newsc

Flexibility and problem solving

Avid editing and iNews proficiency

Education

Bachelor's journalism degree

Tools

Avid

iNews

Job description

Job Description

WTVC has an immediate opening for a creative Morning 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.

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 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

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.

About Us

Sinclair, Inc. (Nasdaq: SBGI) is a diversified media company and a leading provider of local news and sports. The Company owns, operates and/or provides services to 177 television stations in 79 markets affiliated with all major broadcast networks; owns Tennis Channel, the premium destination for tennis enthusiasts; and multicast networks CHARGE, Comet, ROAR and The Nest. Sinclair's AMP Media produces a growing portfolio of digital content and original podcasts. Additional information about Sinclair can be found at www.sbgi.net.

About the Team

The life-blood of our organization is our people. We have a compelling story, a goal-oriented culture, and we take really good care of people. How good? Here is a glimpse: great benefits, open door policy, upward mobility and a strong desire to see you succeed. Ready to be part of a winning team? Let's talk.