Newscast Producer

Sinclair Broadcast Group; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Sinclair Broadcast Group in Charleston, SC is seeking a News Producer to manage the day-to-day production of our newscasts. You will collaborate with the Executive Producer, Director, Assignment Desk and Anchors to shape content and flow, and to generate and write stories for our website.

The ideal candidate will have solid news judgment, strong writing abilities, and the capacity to multitask in a fast-paced newsroom. Previous producing experience is preferred, and a journalism degree is valued.

Qualifications

• Must have some previous news producing experience.
• A journalism degree is preferred.
• Ability to write clear, compelling newscasts.

Responsibilities

• Produce the day-to-day newscasts for the station.
• Determine the content and flow of the newscasts; work with management and staff.
• Write stories and develop content for the website; collaborate with team members.

Skills

News writing

Leadership

Communication

Multitask

Deadline-driven

Non-linear editing

iNews familiarity

Education

Journalism degree preferred

Tools

Avid

Adobe Premiere

iNews

Job description

WCIV In Charleston, SC 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.

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\Adobe Premiere) and newsroom systems, such as iNews

Experience:

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

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 178 television stations in 81 markets affiliated with all major broadcast networks; owns Tennis Channel, the premium destination for tennis enthusiasts; 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.